Derosa Lab

Catalysis and Electrochemical Methods for

Selective Organic Synthesis

Research in the Derosa Lab

Unlocking new reactivity and selectivity in organic synthesis through the development of new catalytic and/or electrochemical methods.

News & Events

Joe R. Awarded Laursen Summer Research Award

Congrats to Joe R. on his recognition with the prestigious Laursen Award to support undergraduate student research! We are grateful to the Chemistry Department and the Laursen family for this amazing opportunity!

Leyla Receives Lichtin Award for 2026

In an extremely well-deserved honor, Leyla was awarded the Chemistry Department's annual Lichtin Award for 2026! This award commemorates Leyla's ferocious research efforts and high impact in her graduate work. We are very proud of you!

Helen Joins the Lab for Summer Research

We're excited to welcome Helen He, who is pursuing her undergraduate studies at Smith College, to our lab for Summer 2026!