Else Holmfred

Else Holmfred is a Visiting Professor at Stanford University's Department of Earth & Planetary Sciences, where she integrates advanced analytical chemistry, biogeochemistry, and pharmaceutical science to develop innovative methodologies for detecting non-visual drug counterfeits. Her research leverages isotopic analysis (IRMS/MC-ICPMS) and trace elemental analysis (ICP-MS) to address critical challenges in pharmaceutical integrity.

• Stanford University, Department of Earth & Planetary Sciences

Her work focuses on applying geochemical tools to pharmaceutical problems, earning recognition through competitive fellowships. She has pioneered techniques for isotopic fingerprinting and trace element profiling to authenticate drug products, bridging planetary science with medical quality assurance.

Key trends in her publications include:

• Isotopic and elemental analysis for drug authentication
• Nanoparticle dissolution behavior in biological contexts
• AI-driven quality control for pharmaceutical manufacturing
• Case-based pedagogy in analytical chemistry education

Honors include:

• Novo Nordisk Foundation Visiting Scholar Stanford Bio-X Fellowship (2023)
• Carlsberg Foundation Internationalisation Fellowship (2022)

Contact: holmfred@stanford.edu