Igor Alabugin

Igor Alabugin grew up in Siberia and earned his Ph.D. degree from Lomonosov Moscow State University. After a postdoctoral study at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, he joined the FSU Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry in 2000 where he is currently the Distinguished Research Professor. Professor Alabugin research uncovers new connections between chemical structure and reactivity, often associated with stereoelectronic effects. His interests span development of cascade transformations, design of light- and pH-activated molecules, construction of carbon-rich nanostructures, and establishing the roles of electron upconversion in catalysis. In addition to >200 publications, he gave >200 talks at conferences, universities, and industries. He is the recipient of three FSU Undergraduate Awards: Teaching, Advising, and Research Mentor. His research accomplishments were recognized by American Chemical Society (ACS) Cope Scholar Award, Markovnikov Medal, George Gamow Medal, ACS Florida Award, AAAS and Fulbright Fellowships.