Dr. Jason Keleher Recognized as 2026 'Researcher to Know'
Published: October 12, 2026.
Dr. Jason Keleher, professor and Chair of the Department of Chemistry, has been named a 2026 “Researchers to Know” honoree by the .
“” is an annual recognition honoring faculty from Illinois universities and research institutions whose work make an impact beyond the lab by driving discovery, addressing real-world challenges and advancing innovation in communities, industries and everyday life.
Dr. Keleher leads , a nationally recognized undergraduate and faculty-led research team that designs, synthesizes and studies nanoparticles and nanocomposite systems for a range of applications.
"Through 17 years of sustained, externally funded research, 46+ publications, 15 patents/patent applications, and these remarkable student outcomes, Dr. Keleher has elevated the scholarship profile of the entire College of Aviation, Science and Technology," commented Dr. Christopher White, dean of CoAST.
"He is a model of what a career-long commitment to research, teaching, and industry collaboration can achieve at a primarily undergraduate institution"
Â鶹´«Ã½¸ßÇå University is a modern, enterprising, Catholic university with a growing student enrollment from GED through doctoral level programs. As part of the global Lasallian network of 65 universities, Â鶹´«Ã½¸ßÇå is known for preparing graduates who impact the world for the better. Visit www.lewisu.edu for further information.
