Daniel L. Morris

Dr. Daniel L. Morris is the Herman A. Moench Distinguished Professor and Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. He specializes in oxidative DNA damage mechanisms and lab-on-a-chip technology development. His work bridges biochemistry, analytical chemistry, and biomaterials.

Educations:

• BS, East Tennessee State University, 1989
• MS, The Ohio State University, 1992
• PhD, The Ohio State University, 1995

Research Interests: Dr. Morris investigates metal ion interactions with DNA (critical for disease diagnosis) and microfluidic devices for chemical analysis. His lab explores selenium compounds' roles in mitigating oxidative stress and developing diagnostic tools.

Awards:

• Board of Trustees Outstanding Scholar Award (2010)

Advising & Grants: He mentors Rose-Hulman’s Circle K student organization and has secured funding from the National Science Foundation, W.M. Keck Foundation, Camille & Henry Dreyfus Foundation, and Joseph & Reba Weaver Undergraduate Research Program. He holds a patent related to his research.

Professional Experience:曾 served as an Innovation Fellow at Rose-Hulman Ventures and visiting scientist at Eli Lilly and Company and Protea Biosciences.