Jessica L. Drake

Education:

2011-2015
Boston College
Graduate Student, Chemistry
Advisor: Prof. Jeffery A. Byers

2007-2011
Gettysburg College
Bachelors of Arts in Chemistry (Summa Cum Laude)

Former Research:

Hydrogen storage catalysis and the development of bifunctional iron catalysts for the hydrogenation of carbon dioxide to formic acid.

Biography:

Jessica grew up in the small but vibrant town of Dillsburg, Pennsylvania. She received a B.S. from Gettysburg College, where she graduated with honors. While at Gettysburg, she worked with Dr. Timothy Funk synthesizing nitrile-ligated iron complexes and exploring their reactivity in transfer oxidations and reductions. She was also a member of the Sceptical Chymist Club and the Bullets Marching Band. She enjoys music and movies, as well as exploring all that Boston has to offer.

Contact:

jessicalindrake@gmail.com