Aubree Nolan
Cuyahoga Falls,OH
Summary
Detail oriented innovative researcher with a focus on advanced synthetic organic chemistry and a strong background in laboratory operations and data organization. Experienced in utilizing software tools like ChemDraw and MNova to drive impactful research and academic instruction.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
Kent State University
Kent, OH
01.2022 - Current
- Conducted advanced research in synthetic organic chemistry to explore innovative C-H functionalization methods.
- Extensive work with ChemDraw, MNova, Scifinder, and Reaxys.
- Delivered comprehensive instruction in organic chemistry 1 and 2 laboratories to enhance student understanding.
- Conducted literature reviews to support research projects and enhance knowledge base.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Funded through the NSF REU program
- Conducted in-depth investigations of reverse micelle systems for protein encapsulation and characterization under Dr. Brian Fuglestad.
- Delivered comprehensive research findings to students, faculty, and staff during REU poster presentation.
Education
Ph.D. - Organic Chemistry
Kent State University
Kent, OH12-2026
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Gannon University
Erie, PA12-2021
Skills
- Laboratory operations and safety procedures
- Laboratory equipment and maintenance
- Data organization
- Academic research
- Research collaboration
- Proficient in MNova and Topspin
- Trained on Bruker Av 400 MHz and Agilent 500 MHz spectrometers
- Schlenk techniques
- Column chromatography and TLC
Timeline
Graduate Research Assistant
Kent State University
01.2022 - Current
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Virginia Commonwealth University
06.2021 - 08.2021
Ph.D. - Organic Chemistry
Kent State University
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Gannon University
Awards
- Bush Teaching Award, Kent State University
- Graduate Merit Award, Kent State University
- Academic Excellence Award, Gannon University
Publications
- Nolan, A. N. and Mighion, J. D., Synthesis of Lactams and Oxindoles Via Intramolecular C-H Functionalization of alpha-Alkyl-alpha-Diazoacetamides, In preparation
- Bagale, B.; Nolan, A. L.; Heuser, E. U.; Mighion, J. D. Intramolecular C–H Functionalization of alpha-Alkyl-alpha-Diazoesters toward the Synthesis of Lactones. Org. Lett. 2026, 28 (20), 6246–6250.
- Sobie, K. M.; Nolan, A. L.; Ferguson, H. M.; Mighion, J. D.; Michael McLaughlin, E.; Fenk, C. J. A New Method for a Safer Flame Test. J. Chem. Educ. 2026, 103 (3), 1703–1708.
- Labrecque, C. L.; Nolan, A. L.; Develin, A. M.; Castillo, A. J.; Offenbacher, A. R.; Fuglestad, B. Membrane-Mimicking Reverse Micelles for High-Resolution Interfacial Study of Proteins and Membranes. Langmuir 2022, 38 (12), 3676–3686.