Christopher Hossack
About Christopher Hossack
Christopher Hossack is a Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant at The George Washington University, where he has been involved in research and teaching since 2019. He holds a PhD in Chemistry and has previously worked in various roles at The University of the West Indies, Mona.
Work at The George Washington University
Christopher Hossack has been employed at The George Washington University as a Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant since 2019. In this role, he has engaged in both research activities and teaching responsibilities, contributing to the academic environment within the Chemistry department. His ongoing involvement in research focuses on the synthesis and characterization of lanthanide and trivalent actinide trispyrazolylborate complexes, which have applications in photoluminescence and magnetism.
Education and Expertise
Christopher Hossack is pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemistry at The George Washington University, a program he has been enrolled in since 2019 and is expected to complete in 2024. Prior to this, he obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Special Chemistry from The University of the West Indies, Mona, from 2016 to 2019. His educational background also includes a High School Diploma from Wolmer's Schools, achieved between 2009 and 2016.
Background
Christopher Hossack has a diverse academic and professional background in the field of Chemistry. He worked at The University of the West Indies, Mona, where he held various roles, including Student Assistant in Chemistry Stores and multiple Course Representative positions from 2018 to 2019. His experiences in these roles provided him with foundational skills in research and academic support, which he has further developed at The George Washington University.
Research Contributions
Since 2019, Christopher Hossack has been actively involved in research at The George Washington University. His research primarily focuses on the synthesis and characterization of lanthanide and trivalent actinide trispyrazolylborate complexes. These complexes are significant for their potential applications in photoluminescent and magnetic technologies, highlighting his contributions to advancing knowledge in the field of Chemistry.