Regular biography
ITO Shingo is an Assistant Professor at Nanyang Technological University, School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology (CCEB). His research interests include Organic Synthesis, Polymer Synthesis, and Structural Organic Chemistry. He is based in Office CCEB-05-17 and can be contacted via email at [email protected] and by phone at (65) 6592 7581. His profile is available on the CCEB faculty page.
Scholar-generated biography
Shingo Ito is a researcher in Organic Chemistry and Polymer Chemistry, focusing on catalytic processes for copolymerization and cross-coupling reactions. His work explores the synthesis of functional polymers through coordination−insertion mechanisms, particularly with polar monomers and ethylene. Ito's research includes the development of palladium and iron-based catalysts, emphasizing ligand design to enhance polymerization efficiency and control molecular weight. His studies also involve the synthesis of nitrogen-containing aromatic compounds and the investigation of steric effects in catalytic systems. These efforts contribute to the understanding of polymer structure-property relationships and the creation of advanced materials with tailored functionalities.