Undergraduate students that have taken, or that are currently enrolled in sophomore organic chemistry in good standing, and are interested in pursuing independent research in the field of organic chemistry can contact Dr. Lambert. We are currently accepting new undergraduate students! Our research interests involve the development of “greener”, catalytic methods, for accessing pharmaceuticals, natural products, and compounds for medicinal chemistry studies.
Hafsah Sarfraz
Hafsah Sarfraz joined the Lambert group in Spring 2024 as a junior majoring in Biomedical Sciences with a Pre-Health Concentration and a minor in Chemistry. She is interested in organic chemistry research because she wants to understand the coursework better and gain experience of working in a lab. After graduating from Old Dominion University (ODU), she plans to attend medical school and become a physician, hoping to practice the compassionate care that she was provided during her time at the hospital. Alongside her studies at ODU, she enjoys volunteering as a dedicated EMT over weekends and gaining clinical experience. In addition to studying biology and chemistry, she loves spending time with her family, taking photos, and making art pieces.
Olivia Brown
Olivia is a third-year biochemistry major at Old Dominion University who joined the Lambert Research group in the Summer of 2024. After completing her organic chemistry I coursework, she became interested in research to further her scope of knowledge. Olivia hopes to pursue a graduate degree and possibly medicinal research in her future. Her hobbies include doing jigsaw puzzles, reading, gardening, and playing piano.
Jon Vredenburg
Undergraduate Major: Chemistry
Jon is a Sophomore Undergraduate Chemistry Major interested in pursuing a future in organic, in-practice laboratory work. He is the president-elect of the local chapter of the American Chemical Society at ODU and plans on pursuing a Ph.D. after the completion of his bachelor’s. In his free time, he enjoys camping, biking, and playing and writing music.