About Schaack Research Group
Our research group thrives on a foundation of inclusivity and intellectual exchange. We actively seek researchers from diverse backgrounds and experiences, fostering an environment where everyone feels welcome to contribute their unique perspective. This blend of viewpoints fuels creative problem-solving and propels our research to new heights.
The Team
Meet the people who make this work possible
CEDRIC SCHAACK
The PI
Education
Dr. Sc. ETH Zurich w/ François Diederich
PostDoc Columbia University w/ Colin Nuckolls
Cedric is a physical organic chemist with a passion for materials sciences. He hopes to develop organic nanomagnets, transistors and chiral organic electronics.
Hobbies
In his free time, Cedric enjoys cooking, his dog, the great outdoors of North Carloina, and pontificating over movies.
MRS. RODRIGUEZ
Group Mascot
Education
​Streets of NYC, graduated with highest treats
Mrs. Rodriguez is an avid analytical chemist, who will identify the precise chicken content in any food item.
Hobbies
Sleeping, Snoring, Eating treats, the movie Superbad
KARLA HERNANDEZ GOMORA
Fourth Year Graduate Student
Education
BSc Chemistry – Guilford College
Hobbies
I enjoy running, reading, hanging out with my cats, and finding the best food in town
Jiaoyan Zhao
Third Year Graduate Student
Education
M.S. Organic Chemistry, East China Normal U.
B.Sc. Chemistry, Henan University
Hobbies
Nicholas Woodlief
First Year Graduate Student
Education
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B.S. Biochemistry - Campbell University
Hobbies
I enjoy playing music with other people, learning new instruments, and playing with my dog!
Philip Hadjipetkov
Class of 2026
Hobbies
In my free time I enjoy going to the gym, listening to music, and playing the violin.
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Saif Chowdrey
Class of 2027
Hobbies
I am majoring in Health and exercise science on the pre medical track. During my free time I like to spend time outside, play sports, and hangout with friends and family.
Elizabeth Odom
Class of 2028
Hobbies
I enjoy running with friends, playing with my dogs, skiing, and trying out new restaurants in town!
Jack Shumway
Class of 2027
Hobbies
I am currently a premed student majoring in Medicinal Chemistry. Outside of academics, I enjoy working out, travelling the world, playing basketball, and watching movies.
Samreen Ahmad
Class of 2028
Hobbies
Helene Phelan
Class of 2027
Group Alumni
Anna Gartner
WFU Class of '24
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David Keith
WFU Class of '24
Camille Capeheart
WFU Class of '24
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Ken Zhao
WFU Class of '24
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Grayson Weavil
WFU
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Angel Pritchett
WSSU
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Harrison Abromavage
WFU
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Erin Locke
NCSU
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Max Jacobsen
WFU
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Hayden Moody
Guilford College
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Thomas Bucholsky
WFU
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Kaizhen Zhang
WFU Class of '25
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