Biography

Melissa King received her B.S. degree in Chemistry at Central Connecticut State University in 2014. She then pursued her graduate studies at Wesleyan University under the guidance of Prof. Michelle L. Personick. After receiving her PhD degree in October of 2019, Melissa joined Prof. Michael Ross’s group at the University of Massachusetts for postdoctoral research. Melissa joined the faculty of Clarkson University as an assistant professor in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry in 2022 and her research interests are in the development of optically active nanomaterials for environmental application such as remediation and recycling of industrial byproducts.

Education Background

Chemistry Postdoctoral Scholar - 2019 University of Massachusetts, Lowell
Chemistry PhD - 2019 Wesleyan University
Chemistry BS - 2014 Central Connecticut State University

Courses Taught

  • CM371 - Physical Chemistry I

Research Interests

  • Metal nanoparticle synthesis and characterization
  • Catalyst design and development
  • Wastewater remediation
  • Multifunctional photocatalytic materials
  • Optically active materials

Current Research

The King research group is interested in the development of multifunctional photoactive materials. We will investigate the synthesis and application of light-activated, plasmonic, metal nanoparticles and composites for enhanced catalytic activity, light-driven wastewater remediation, and electronics.

Awards

  • American Fellowship, The American Association of University Women July 2020
  • Tishler Teaching Award, Wesleyan University May 2017
  • ACS Undergraduate Award in Research, ACS Connecticut Valley Section April 2014

Publications

Peer-Reviewed Articles

Contact

Email: meking@clarkson.edu

Office Phone Number: 315/268-4405

Office Location: 354 CAMP Building

Clarkson Box Number: CU Box 5814