Expert advice in organometallic chemistry, catalysis and science strategy, and hands-on synthetic support from advanced undergraduate consultants, for industry partners, startups, research organizations and laboratories across the University of Utah.
Ryan M. Stolley brings a rare combination of deep academic research expertise and practical industry experience. With a PhD in organometallic chemistry, postdoctoral work at a national laboratory, experience co-founding a startup, and a track record at the science-policy interface, Ryan understands how to translate chemistry from the bench to the boardroom.
Whether you need rigorous synthetic chemistry guidance, strategic input on a research pipeline, or help communicating complex science to non-technical stakeholders, Ryan offers clear, actionable expertise tailored to your needs.
PhD-level knowledge in organometallic synthesis, nickel and palladium catalysis, reaction mechanism, and ligand design — with 967+ citations and peer-reviewed publications in top journals.
Principal Chemist at GlycoSurf, Inc. — hands-on experience building chemistry programs, navigating IP, and developing commercially viable processes.
AAAS Fellow and DOE program manager experience — skilled at translating complex science for policy, funding, and public audiences.
Associate Director of the SRI at U of U — experience building and guiding research programs, mentoring researchers, and aligning science with strategic goals.
Route scouting, reaction design, and synthetic feasibility assessments for organic and organometallic targets. Particularly strong in nickel- and palladium-catalyzed transformations, N-heterocycle synthesis, and catalytic methodology.
Strategic guidance for academic groups, startups, and R&D organizations building or scaling chemistry programs. Includes research prioritization, talent and resource planning, and milestone structuring for grant applications or investor presentations.
Independent scientific review of research proposals, manuscripts, patent applications, or technical reports in the areas of organometallic chemistry, catalysis, and organic synthesis. Available for litigation support and technical due diligence.
Translating complex chemistry research into clear, compelling narratives for non-technical audiences — including investors, policymakers, press, and the public. Drawing on experience as an AAAS Fellow and DOE program manager.
Facilitating sponsored research agreements, licensing discussions, and collaborative projects between industry partners and academic institutions. Deep familiarity with university technology transfer processes and sponsored research structures.
Not sure which category you fall into? Ryan is happy to discuss bespoke engagements — from one-time technical consultations to longer-term advisory board participation. Reach out to explore what would work best for your organization.
Advanced undergraduates in the Stolley Group work as chemical consultants. Trained in our research laboratory in the Science Research Initiative and supervised by Dr. Stolley, they take on synthetic projects for research groups across the University of Utah and for outside partners.
It is an opportunity for students to learn the science and the business of consulting together: scoping a project with a client, planning time and resources, communicating progress, keeping work confidential, and delivering results a client can use. Partners get capable, supervised synthetic help, and an early look at emerging scientific talent.
Preparation of known compounds, intermediates, ligands and reference materials that are expensive or unavailable commercially.
Literature searching and small-scale trials to find and test a practical route to a target.
Reproducing literature procedures, optimizing a step, or exploring the scope of a reaction.
Standard characterization of the materials we make, with clear written reports and data packages.
A no-obligation call to understand your needs, timeline, and goals. Ryan will let you know if he's the right fit.
Decide who does the work, based on what the project needs.
A clear written scope of work, deliverables, and timeline — tailored to your specific project.
Regular communication, interim check-ins, and responsive collaboration throughout the project.
Clear, actionable outputs — reports, recommendations, or presentations — with follow-up support as needed.
Surfactants, mining and B2B collaboration are handled through GlycoSurf, Inc. Please contact rstolley@glycosurf.com or visit glycosurf.com.
glycosurf.com ↗Whether you have a specific project in mind or just want to explore possibilities, Ryan welcomes an initial conversation, for his own expertise or for the student consulting team.