Synthetic Organic Chemistry and
(Bio)Molecular Evolution
A new group with broad interest in molecular synthesis, ranging from small molecules to engineered enzymes.
We are excited to build a dynamic and interdisciplinary team to push the frontiers of synthetic chemistry, biocatalysis,
small molecule evolution and protein therapeutics.
Kylie Cheng joins the group for her spring rotation. Welcome Kylie!
Kyle Schultz and Jacqueline Bustamante join the group for their graduate studies. Welcome Kyle and Jacqueline!
Dr. Jaicy Vallapurackal joins the group as a postdoctoral scholar. Welcome Jaicy!
Wish everyone a very happy 2024 from the Athavale group!
Soumitra gives a talk at the 3rd Applied Biocatalysis Summit, Philadelphia.
Adrian Blancas and Justin Bossenbroek join the group for their graduate studies. Welcome Adrian and Justin!
Soumitra is honored to give the 2023 John D and Edith M Roberts lecture at UCLA.
Dr. Rajib Mandal joins the group as a postdoctoral scholar. Welcome Rajib!
Soumitra gives a talk at the Denmark Symposium in Urbana, IL, in celebration of Prof. Scott E Denmark’s 70th birthday celebration.
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