Working towards a sustainable future

Welcome to the Clapson Group Research website at the University of Prince Edward Island

Our Vision

In the Clapson Research group, we focus on training the next generation of skilled organometallic researcher and sustainability leaders. We extend our vision of future chemistry in small molecule activation and catalysis to incorporate concepts of sustainable design, targeting green chemistry principles to overcome global challenges such as greenhouse gas remediation, zero-carbon processes, and alternative fuels.

We know that successful and innovative research takes place when we have a diversified team. We work to create an inclusive research environment in which we all have access to the supports required to be successful chemists. 

Direct efforts made to promote diversity and equity can enable all students to access the tools, programs, and resources needed to be successful in not only their degree, but their intended career. The thoughtful design of these programs; indigenous engagement, anti-black racism workshops, and gender equity in STEM programs for example, creates equal opportunity amongst the student and university population, fostering respect and communication across all gender, racial, and other minority communities. In the Clapson Research Group equity, diversity, and inclusivity go hand-in-hand, inviting all persons to the table, respecting/valuing their opinion, and ensuring they are provided with the tools for success. Here, we need to not only provide tools that promote equity, but also challenge the systematic barriers that result in their requirement. In our efforts to uphold these values we work closely with students and researchers to develop inclusive workspaces, open avenues for nonjudgmental communication, create opportunity for career development (conferences, publications, workshops, etc.), and provide support in pursing scholarships, grants, and other ventures.

Want to learn more about our group work environment? Please do not hesitate to reach out to be put in contact with current group members.

December 1, 2023

New Beginnings with UPEI

News

Dr. Marissa L. Clapson starts her new position as assistant professor in inorganic chemistry at the University of Prince Edward Island.

May 1, 2024

Summer Research Stipends Support the Start of Undergraduate Research

We are happy to welcome our summer undergraduate researchers Carter Wynne, Stephany Graham, and Ali Nasoudi! We are excited to celebrate the research stipends, grants, and awards provided to the Clapson Group undergraduate students in support of their summer research including Carter Wynne (Prince Edward Island Percé program) and Ali Nasoudi (SkillsPEI Post-Secondary Student program).

March 1, 2024

Clapson Group Awarded 2024 UPEI IRG

Dr. Marissa L. Clapson awarded the 2024 UPEI Internal Research Grant (IRG) for her research “Base metal Lewis acid derivatized PCP pincer complexes for COand nitrate reduction”.
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May 6, 2024

Carter Wynne (BSc) Takes Home Undergraduate Chemistry Award

Undergraduate summer researcher, Carter Wynne has been awarded the Dr. Leon Loucks Memorial Scholarship in Chemistry for their high academic standing and excellence in their senior Major/Honours research project. Keep up the excellent work Carter, and congratulations!

June 18, 2024

Dr. Marissa Clapson Honoured to Become Chair of the CIC Green Chemistry Division

The recently-established Green Subject Division of the Chemical Institute of Canada (CIC) just elected the Executive Board members during its inaugural Annual General Meeting. Congratulations to all elected!

Chair: Marissa Clapson
Vice-chair: Christopher Kozak
Secretary/Treasurer: Barbara Morra
Members at Large: Jonathon Moir, Kevin De France, Hélène Lebel, Kylie L. Luska, Galen (Huilin) Yang, and Greg Bannard.

Get Involved

Join the Clapson Group

Interested in joining the Clapson group exploring sustainability in organometallic chemistry?! We are accepting graduate and undergraduate student researchers and summer volunteers.

Email mlclapson@upei.ca with your resume to inquire about new opportunities.

Donate

Whether it is supporting a research student, an exciting research project, or new teaching initiatives, your donations can make a huge difference in helping us to make an impact in society.

Message mlclapson@upei.ca to learn more.

Collaborations

We want to help you meet your research goals, whether it is partnering in future research projects, process development for current materials, or consultant on private research initiatives and teaching programs, we are hear to help!

Message mlclapson@upei.ca to learn more.