Dr. Jordan Froese
<b>Department: </b>Chemistry<br><b>Research Area: </b>Engineering enzymes as green chemical catalysts. We apply the technologies of synthetic biology and directed evolution to make targeted changes to existing natural enzymes to develop catalysts with new or improved reactivity.<br>
Department: Chemistry
Research Focus: We are interested in engineering enzymes as green chemical catalysts. We apply the technologies of synthetic biology and directed evolution to make targeted changes to existing natural enzymes to develop catalysts with new or improved reactivity.
Potential Student Project(s):
- Evaluation of the effect of targeted mutations on the activity of the enzyme toluene dioxygenase
- Development of a high-throughput assay system for the detection of naphthalene dioxygenase activity
- Evaluation of the effect of targeted mutations on the activity of the enzyme naphthalene dioxygenase
Attributes/skills/background sought in undergraduate: We welcome students from diverse scientific backgrounds including chemistry, biology, biochemistry, etc. The traits we value most in student researchers are commitment, engagement, thoughtfulness, conscientiousness, willingness to be a team player, a passion for science, and a love of learning!
Mentoring Plan: Student will meet with Dr. Froese to discuss the specific research projects occurring in the lab. Student will then be assigned to become familiar with key concepts and topics through brief, targeted, educational readings. Students will then be trained by Dr. Froese and by senior students working in the laboratory on the key skills and techniques required to execute research in our laboratory. At this time students will also develop a specific research plan for their project which will contribute to the overall research goals of our laboratory.
Contact: 765-285-8060, CP 409S