This Project Grant award, valued at $462,226.00, was provided by the National Science Foundation (NSF) through its Mathematical and Physical Sciences (CFDA 47.049) Federal Grant Program. The award supports a study led by Professor Rory Waterman at the University of Vermont (UVM) to investigate more efficient ways to form chemical bonds using light-activated metal catalysts, a process known as photocatalysis. The goal is to develop improved photocatalytic approaches for synthesizing value-added compounds in industries such as agrochemicals, health products, and consumer goods. The research will explore a newly discovered photocatalytic phenomenon involving bond elongation, which could lead to more energy-efficient and environmentally-friendly manufacturing processes. The project also aims to engage local high school students from underserved populations in Vermont, as well as provide research training for undergraduate and graduate students, aligning with NSF's broader impacts objectives.
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