Albert Korir

Albert Korir is a Professor of Chemistry at Drury University, where he has served since 2008 within the Chemistry & Physics department. Previously, he completed postdoctoral research at the University of California, Riverside after earning his Ph.D. from the University of Kansas.

His educational background includes:

• B.S. in Chemistry from Kenyatta University, Kenya (1992)
• Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Kansas (2006)

Dr. Korir specializes in developing analytical methods for heparin sequence characterization and protein-binding studies, with significant contributions to biochemical separation techniques. His teaching encompasses Analytical Chemistry, Instrumental Methods of Analysis, and Environmental Chemistry, emphasizing hands-on undergraduate research experiences.

His scientific recognition includes:

• Cottrell College Science Award Grant (2010)

He actively mentors undergraduate researchers, regularly preparing students for presentations at regional and national conferences. His laboratory work focuses on advancing separation methodologies for complex biomolecules, supported by the Cottrell grant and integrated into Drury's undergraduate curriculum.