Operational Unit
Organic Chemistry & Synthetic Polymer Synthesis Unit
Chemistry & Chemical Engineering
Unit Mandate
Mission & Operational Scope
Synthesizes novel organic compounds and polymeric materials for Foundation applications including field-deployable sensors, protective coatings, biodegradable packaging, and advanced filtration membranes.
Doctrine
ACS Green Chemistry Principles · Caltech Chemistry Division Synthesis Standards
Core Capabilities
Operational Capabilities
Multi-step organic synthesis and reaction optimization
Polymer synthesis via controlled radical, ring-opening, and condensation polymerization
Structure-property relationship characterization for functional materials
Biodegradable and bio-based polymer development
Scale-up synthesis and process chemistry optimization
NMR, IR, and UV-Vis spectroscopic characterization
Division III
Chemistry & Chemical Engineering