Regular biography
Dr. Simon Colbran is a distinguished researcher in the field of inorganic chemistry, with a particular focus on the synthesis and characterization of metal complexes, especially those involving transition metals such as rhodium, iron, and ruthenium. His work often centers on the development of new ligands and their applications in catalysis, redox chemistry, and materials science. Colbran has made significant contributions to the understanding of metal-ligand interactions, the role of hydride transfer in catalytic processes, and the design of functionalized ligands for use in various chemical transformations. His research has been widely published in prestigious journals such as *Inorganic Chemistry*, *Angewandte Chemie*, *Chemical Society Reviews*, and *Chemistry – A European Journal*. Colbran has also been involved in the synthesis of macrocyclic and dinucleating ligands, which have applications in coordination chemistry and molecular recognition. His work has been supported by various funding bodies, and he has mentored numerous students and postdoctoral researchers in the field of inorganic chemistry.