Welcome to the LaRue Catalysis Research Lab (CatLab) at Chapman University!
Our group explores the fundamental interactions that drive catalytic processes. Using advanced spectroscopic techniques, including Raman spectroscopy, X-ray spectroscopies, and ultrafast optical methods, we probe molecular dynamics and structural changes. Our research spans systems from small molecules to large biomolecules like proteins, uncovering insights into molecular interactions that shape chemical reactivity.