A collection of our recent publications and poster presentations showcasing research in green chemistry, sustainable laboratory practices, and chemistry education.
Representative Publications
- Published October 7, 2026
Small changes in the laboratory can make a big impact on students’ awareness, perceptions, and self-efficacy regarding sustainable laboratory practices. Read the full paper here.
2. Published on May 20, 2026
In this study, we present an optimized one-pot synthesis as a case study to introduce the 12 Principles of Green Chemistry in a teaching setting. The work shows how sustainable practices can be integrated into existing curricula without compromising educational outcomes—and highlights the positive impact on both student learning and environmental footprint. Read the full paper here.
Recent Poster Presentations
Green Chemistry Awareness Day
September 23, 2026 | Georgia State University
- Third Place — From Seawater to Green Hydrogen: Opportunities and Challenges
Victor Chown and Dr. Jianmei Cui - Second Place — When Breath Becomes a Burden: Air Pollution, Respiratory Disease, and the Geography of Breathing in Atlanta
Alexis Garcia and Dr. Jianmei Cui
- Small Changes, Big Impact: Redesigning Undergraduate Organic Chemistry Experiments Through a Green Chemistry Mindset and Evaluating Waste Reduction in the Laboratory
Alonso Garay Lujan, Natalie Puha, and Dr. Jianmei Cui - Green Chemistry for Everyone: Small Changes, Big Impact
Jada Tulloch, Alonso Garay Lujan, and Dr. Jianmei Cui
Georgia State University Research Conference (GSURC)
April 6, 2026 | Georgia State University
- Chalcone as an Antibacterial Agent: A Review and Evaluation of Traditional and Current Synthetic Methods Based on Green Chemistry Principles
Ryan Emerson and Dr. Jianmei Cui - Small Changes, Big Impact: Applying Green Chemistry Principles in the Undergraduate Organic Chemistry Laboratory Course
Alonso Garay Lujan, Natalie Puha, and Dr. Jianmei Cui - First Place — GSU Sustainability Award: Small Changes, Big Impact: Integrating Green Chemistry into the Organic Chemistry Laboratory Through Optimized Experimental Methods
Hayley Rivas, Jissel Cabrera-Franco, Raymond Cruz, Zhicheng Jin, and Dr. Jianmei Cui
Georgia State University Research Conference (GSURC)
April 8, 2025 | Georgia State University
- Cost-Effective Yield Optimization for the Synthesis of 3,5-Diphenylisoxazole
Jissel Cabrera-Franco, Hayley Rivas, Raymond Cruz, and Dr. Jianmei Cui