Ashot Gevorgyan

About me

Since 2024, I have been working as a Senior Lecturer in Chemistry at Linnaeus University. My academic interests include experimental organic synthesis, homogeneous catalysis, and the development of sustainable chemical methodologies. Alongside research, I have a strong commitment to chemistry education and an active interest in integrating modern digital technologies and AI-based tools into teaching and learning.

Teaching

I am involved in several teaching programs that introduce pharmacy, biomedical, and optometry students to the fundamental principles of chemistry. My teaching covers both theoretical and practical aspects of general, organic, and clinical chemistry at different educational levels. Current courses include:

• Clinical Chemistry and Pharmacology (7.5 credits, 1BK040) for Bachelor’s students in the Optometry Program
• Organic Chemistry (7.5 credits, 1KE010) for Bachelor’s students in Pharmacy and Biomedicine
• General Chemistry (7.5 credits, 1KE009) for Bachelor’s students in Pharmacy and Biomedicine
• Chemistry, Preparatory Course 1 (8 credits, 0KE009) for upper secondary school students preparing for university studies

Research

Our research activities focus on the development of sustainable methodologies in organic synthesis, homogeneous catalysis, and chemistry education. The main research directions can be broadly divided into four areas:

Activation of inert bonds and molecules
We are developing novel strategies for C–C bond formation involving carbon dioxide as a renewable carbon source. Particular emphasis is placed on direct C–H carboxylation reactions for late-stage functionalization and on the development of synthetic approaches for pharmaceutical production through fixation of carbon dioxide. Our work aims to expand the scope of sustainable synthetic methodologies while enabling more efficient utilization of carbon dioxide in organic synthesis.

Sustainable approaches to organic synthesis
Our group is committed to advancing greener and more sustainable solutions for organic synthesis. Recent studies have demonstrated that food-grade and waste vegetable oils can serve as efficient solvents for a variety of cross-coupling reactions, providing environmentally friendly alternatives to conventional organic solvents. Ongoing research is focused on the exploration of additional renewable feedstocks and sustainable solvent systems for synthetic applications.

Homogeneous catalysts from renewable sources
We design and develop biobased ligands and catalysts for homogeneous catalysis, with the goal of replacing widely used fossil-based catalytic systems with renewable and sustainable alternatives. Our research combines catalyst design, synthetic methodology, and mechanistic understanding to achieve high catalytic efficiency while minimizing environmental impact.

AI technologies in science education
We investigate the opportunities and limitations of modern AI technologies in chemistry and science education. Our work focuses on the development of multilingual and inclusive learning environments supported by AI-assisted educational tools, with the aim of improving accessibility, engagement, and student learning outcomes.

For complete list of publications, see my Google Scholar profile.