Gopal Subramaniam

Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry
Remsen, Room 206C
Phone: 718-997-4123
Gopal.Subramaniam@qc.cuny.edu

Dr. Subramaniam works closely with the HSI-STEM Peer Mentors, helping in their ongoing pedagogical training. He is also a member of the Chemistry Department at QC and has redesigned the introductory lab sections of Chem 113 & 114 to be fully inquiry-based.

Outside of HSI-STEM, Dr. Subramaniam is interested in the application of NMR spectroscopy and molecular modeling to the structure and dynamics of small and large molecules. His recent work includes mechanism of ring-contraction reactions, fluxional behavior of benzazepines, synthesis and characterization of certain sulfones, and modeling the observed reaction pathways.

In the area of education, particularly educating future science teachers, he has formed a collaboration with in-service teachers to carry out project-based hands-on experimental methods in the classroom bring experiential learning to aspiring teachers, and improve teaching methods. Currently, he is an active investigator/director in two grants – the HSI-STEM grant and another grant focused on training K-12 science teachers.

One of my interests is in the application of NMR spectroscopy and molecular modeling to the structure and dynamics of small and large molecules. Recent work includes mechanism of ring-contraction reactions, fluxional behavior of benzazepines, synthesis and characterization of certain sulfones, and modeling the observed reaction pathways.

In the area of education, particularly educating future science teachers, we have formed a collaboration with in-service teachers to carry out project-based hands-on experimental methods in the classroom and bring experiential learning to our aspiring teachers, and improve teaching methods. Currently, I am an active investigator/director in two grants – one is focused on training K-12 science teachers and the other one is focused on course redesign in gateway courses.

Products – Inquiry Lab Manual Field Guide

lGeneral Chemistry 1 and 2
Practicum in Chemistry Education, Organic Chemistry

Inquiry Lab for Gen Chem 1 and 2