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Dr. Thomas Colacot | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Thomas Colacot, MilliporeSigma, United States

Dr. Thomas Colacot, a distinguished scholar, embarked on a diverse educational journey earning a Ph.D. in Chemistry from IIT Madras in 1989 and later achieving an MBA with summa cum laude honors from Pennsylvania State University in 2005. With a consistent FIRST CLASS record from pre-degree to M.Sc. at Kerala University, he honed his expertise through a post-doctoral cum teaching fellowship in the USA under Prof. Larry Krannich at UAB. Currently serving as an R&D Fellow and Director of Global Technology Innovation at MilliporeSigma, Dr. Colacot has revolutionized R&D culture, implementing initiatives for internal innovation and external partnerships. Committed to diversity, sustainability, and academia, he fosters greener technologies and established a network of Key Opinion Leaders (KOL). Elected to the American Chemical Society’s COMSCI committee, he actively shapes the future of chemical science. With a rich academic history, including roles as a Visiting Professor at esteemed institutions and contributions to prestigious committees, Dr. Colacot stands as a beacon in the global scientific community.

🎓 Education :

Dr. Thomas Colacot is a distinguished scholar with a diverse educational background. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from IIT Madras in 1989 and later pursued an MBA at Pennsylvania State University, graduating summa cum laude in 2005. Dr. Colacot’s academic journey spans from his pre-degree (12th grade) to an M.Sc. from Kerala University, consistently achieving FIRST CLASS throughout. He further honed his expertise through a post-doctoral cum teaching fellowship in the USA under the guidance of Prof. Larry Krannich at UAB. 🎓

🌐 Professional Profiles :

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🔬 Work Experiences :

Dr. Thomas Colacot is a seasoned professional currently serving as an R&D Fellow and Director of Global Technology Innovation at the Life Science Business of MilliporeSigma in Milwaukee, WI. In this role, he has spearheaded the development of a comprehensive global R&D innovation and strategy for the Life Science-Chemistry Business. Dr. Colacot has successfully implemented initiatives such as an IP development and publication strategy, fostering both internal innovation and external partnerships. Notably, he has transformed the R&D culture by addressing employee engagement through the introduction of a bonus program, flexible working schedules for better work-life balance, and a recognition program. Committed to diversity and inclusion, he has instituted a program within the R&D group and actively promotes greener technologies for sustainability. Dr. Colacot’s influence extends to academia, where he has established a network of Key Opinion Leaders (KOL) focusing on niche and transformational technologies. Prior to his current role, from 2015 to 2018, he served as JM Technical Fellow and Global R&D Manager at Johnson Matthey Life Science Business in West Deptford, NJ, achieving significant return on investment in the field of homogeneous catalysis. 🌐🔬

🏆 Academic Experiences :

Dr. Thomas Colacot’s academic journey is marked by a wealth of experiences and contributions to various educational institutions. Elected to the American Chemical Society’s COMSCI committee for consecutive years (2023, 2024, and 2025), he actively shapes the direction of chemical science. With a keen commitment to academic evaluation, Dr. Colacot has served as a Ph.D. thesis examiner for prestigious institutions such as IIT Kanpur, IIT Delhi, NICER, NIPER, and the National Chemical Lab in Pune, evaluating approximately 25 theses. His impact extends globally through roles as a Distinguished Visiting Professor at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Mumbai, Visiting Professor at Vellore Institute of Technology, and Distinguished Visiting Professor at the Institute for Intensive Research in Basic Sciences at Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala. Additionally, he has contributed to the academic community as a Visiting Professor at the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research in Thiruvanathapuram and Rutgers University in Camden. Dr. Colacot’s diverse academic experiences also include an Assistant Professor role at Florida A&M University from 1992 to 1993, following his Postdoctoral Cum Teaching Fellow position from 1989 to 1992. 🎓🌍

📚 Professional Affiliations :

Dr. Thomas Colacot is an esteemed professional with an extensive network of affiliations, showcasing his commitment to the global scientific community. As a Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry and a life-time member of the Chemical Research Society of India, he has demonstrated his dedication to advancing the field. Dr. Colacot’s contributions extend internationally, earning him a life-time membership to the International Precious Metal Institute. Actively engaged in the American Chemical Society, he has held various leadership roles, including Chair Elect for the Business Development & Management Division. Additionally, he serves on the editorial board of the Johnson Matthey Technology Review and holds positions as a Visiting Professor at the Indian Institute of Technology in Mumbai and a Visiting Distinguished Professor in Chemistry at Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, India. His past role as a Distinguished Research Scientist Professor at Mahatma Gandhi University in Kottayam, Kerala, reflects his diverse impact in the academic realm. 🌐📚

🌐 Research Interests :

Dr. Thomas Colacot’s research interests span the dynamic and transformative realms of organometallics, catalysis, and organic synthesis within the broad field of chemistry. His expertise lies at the intersection of catalysis, particularly in the domains of both organic and organometallic synthesis. Driven by a passion for advancing chemical knowledge, his work contributes to the evolving landscape of catalytic processes, unveiling new possibilities for innovative organic transformations. 🔬⚛️

📚 Publication Impact and Citations :

Scopus Metrics:

  • 📝 Publications: 65 documents indexed in Scopus.
  • 📊 Citations: A total of 6,125 citations for his publications, reflecting the widespread impact and recognition of Dr. Thomas Colacot’s research within the academic community.

Google Scholar Metrics:

  • All Time:
    • Citations: 9126 📖
    • h-index: 31 📊
    • i10-index: 72 🔍
  • Since 2018:
    • Citations: 3863 📖
    • h-index: 22 📊
    • i10-index: 44 🔍

👨‍🏫 A prolific researcher with significant impact and contributions in the field, as evidenced by citation metrics. 🌐🔬

Publications Top Notes :

1.  Emerging Trends in Cross-Coupling: Twelve-Electron-Based L1Pd(0) Catalysts, Their Mechanism of Action, and Selected Applications 

Published in Chemical Reviews.

Published Year : 2022, Cited 47 times.

2.  Design and Application of a Screening Set for Monophosphine Ligands in Cross-Coupling 

Published in ACS Catalysis.

Published Year : 2022, Cited 18 times.

3.  Tunable Unsymmetrical Ferrocene Ligands Bearing a Bulky Di-1-adamantylphosphino Motif for Many Kinds of Csp2–Csp3 Couplings 

Published in ACS Catalysis.

Published Year : 2022, Cited 14 times.

4.  The resurrection of Murahashi coupling after four decades 

Published in ACS Catalysis.

Published Year : 2021, Cited 18 times.

5.  Understanding the Activation of Air-Stable Ir (COD)(Phen) Cl Precatalyst for C–H Borylation of Aromatics and Heteroaromatics

Published in Organic Letters.

Published Year : 2021, Cited 7 times.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dr. Thomas Colacot | Chemistry | Lifetime Achievement Award

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