Aris Docoslis

Dr. Aris Docoslis is a Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Queen's University's Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science, where he also serves as Associate Dean (Graduate Studies). He was previously the NSERC Tier II Canada Research Chair in Colloids & Nanoscale Engineering from 2003-2013.

His research focuses on Applied Colloid Science and Interfacial Engineering, with applications spanning Health (portable diagnostics), Environment (membrane separations, pollutant detection), and novel materials (graphene-based films and sensors). His expertise includes biosensors, colloid and surface phenomena, electrokinetics and microfluidics, and Raman spectroscopy.

Dr. Docoslis' recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) applications, graphene-based materials, electrokinetic particle manipulation, and portable diagnostic devices. His work bridges fundamental colloid science with practical applications in medical diagnostics, environmental monitoring, and novel materials development.

• NSERC Tier II Canada Research Chair in Colloids & Nanoscale Engineering (2003-2013)
• Co-inventor of patented technology commercialized by Spectra Plasmonics Inc.

As an educator, Dr. Docoslis has trained over 25 Master's students, 13 PhD students, 10 postdoctoral associates, and 35+ undergraduate students. His research group emphasizes equity, diversity, and inclusion in hiring practices. His lab receives funding from NSERC, Queen's University, Canada Foundation for Innovation, Ontario Innovation Trust, Materials and Manufacturing Ontario, and numerous industry partners including DuPont Canada, Spectra Plasmonics, Grafoid Inc., and Ballard Power Systems.

The Docoslis Lab develops technologies related to chemical sensors, portable diagnostic devices, graphene-based materials, and electrokinetic particle manipulation, with applications spanning medical diagnostics, environmental monitoring, and advanced materials manufacturing.