Prof. Ivan Dmochowski | Bioinorganic Chemistry | Excellence in Research Award
Univ. Pennsylvania/Department of Chemistry | United States
Prof. Ivan Dmochowski is a distinguished chemist and academic leader, currently serving as Alan MacDiarmid Term Chair and Professor of Chemistry at the University of Pennsylvania. Educated at Harvard College and the California Institute of Technology, with postdoctoral training in biophysics, his career spans roles from Assistant to Full Professor and undergraduate leadership. His research centers on bioinorganic chemistry, molecular imaging, MRI contrast agents, and chemical neuroscience, bridging chemistry and biology. He has received numerous prestigious honors, including the NSF CAREER Award and Dreyfus Awards. Overall, his contributions reflect sustained excellence in research, teaching, and scientific innovation.