A Thematic Issue in Honor of Prof. Dr. Alan H. Cowley

Dear Colleagues,

Professor Alan H. Cowley, F.R.S. (1934–2020) was one of the most influential pioneers of the “renaissance” of the field of main group chemistry. He was the author of more than 500 publications and was one of the most highly cited researchers in chemistry for many years. He earned numerous awards, including a Guggenheim Fellowship, the Royal Society of Chemistry Award for Main Group Chemistry, the American Chemical Society’s Award for Distinguished Service in the Advancement of Inorganic Chemistry, and he was elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society, amongst many others. He was an excellent mentor and had over 100 students, postdoctoral fellows, and co-workers—many of whom have become notable researchers.

This Special Issue of Molecules in Alan’s memory is intended to provide those who worked with him, collaborated with him, or were influenced by him a place to publish an article in his memory. In addition to new original work, authors are invited to submit reviews or perspective articles that highlight the influence Alan H. Cowley had on their areas of expertise.

Dr. Charles L. B. Macdonald
Guest Editor

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