DR. ADIEL COCA
SYNTHETIC ORGANIC CHEMISTRY / GENERAL CHEMISTRY
ABOUT ME
I am an assistant professor in the Chemistry Department at Southern Connecticut State University. My interests include the synthesis of biologically active small natural products and the development of novel organic reactions. My teaching responsibilities include Organic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, General Chemistry, and Principles of General, Organic and Biochemistry.
CONTACT ME
Office: Jennings Hall 304
Email: cocaa2@southernct.edu
Phone: (203) 392-6982
Fax: (203) 392-6396
EDUCATION
Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, The Pennsylvania State University
B.S. in Chemistry with a minor in Biology, Iona College
EXPERIENCE
Visiting Assistant Professor, Franklin and Marshall College, 2007-2008.
PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS
Synthesis of small biologically active natural and unnatural molecules. Specific interests include compounds that belong to the tannin and alkaloid families, as well as other secondary metabolites. Development of new and useful chemical transformations is another of my interest of mine. These include the use of microwave-enhanced chemistry to develop organic reactions in aqueous media.
Student Services
Faculty adviser to the Chemistry Club and Student Affiliate Chapter of the American Chemical Society. Click here to learn about the Chemistry Club.
COURSES
CHE 120 General Chemistry I
CHE 125 Principles and Applications of General, Organic, and Biochemistry
CHE 260 Organic Chemistry I
CHE 261 Organic Chemistry II
CHE 456 Medicinal Chemistry
CHE 500 Advanced Organic Chemistry I
CHE 501 Advanced Organic Chemistry II
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