Pierre Colonna
About Pierre Colonna
Pierre Colonna is a PhD graduate student conducting research on the synthesis of benzocyclobutenes derivatives at Aix-Marseille Université. He has a background in Chimie physique and Chimie Moléculaire, with previous laboratory experience at various institutions in France.
Work at Aix-Marseille University
Pierre Colonna has been a PhD Graduate Student at Aix-Marseille Université since 2019. His research focuses on the synthesis of benzocyclobutenes derivatives using donor-acceptor cyclopropanes. He is affiliated with the Institut des Sciences Moléculaires de Marseille, where he conducts his research under the supervision of Dr. Gaëlle Chouraqui and Prof. Laurent Commeiras. His work contributes to the ongoing projects within the STeRéO team at the institute.
Education and Expertise
Pierre Colonna has a strong academic background in chemistry. He studied at Université Paris-Sud, where he focused on Chimie physique from 2014 to 2015. He later pursued a Master in Physico-Chimie at Université Paris-Saclay from 2016 to 2019. Following this, he completed a Master 2 (M2) in Chimie Moléculaire at École polytechnique – ENS Paris-Saclay in 2019. His educational journey has equipped him with a solid foundation in molecular sciences.
Research Projects
Colonna's current research project is titled 'A small ring into the bigger picture'. This project involves the synthesis of benzocyclobutenes derivatives, which are significant in various chemical applications. His work is part of a broader initiative at the Institut des Sciences Moléculaires de Marseille, contributing to advancements in molecular chemistry.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current role, Pierre Colonna gained practical experience through various internships. He worked as a laboratory intern at Université Paris-Saclay in 2019 for five months and at ENSTA Paris in 2017 for two months. Additionally, he completed an internship at Sanofi in 2018 for four months. These experiences provided him with hands-on skills in laboratory settings and research methodologies.