Heidi B. Martin

Heidi B. Martin is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Case Western Reserve University’s Case School of Engineering. Her research focuses on engineering advanced materials, particularly diamond-based electrodes, for biomedical and biochemical applications. Key interests include implantable electrochemical devices for neurological sensing and stimulation, with a focus on neurotransmitters like dopamine, adenosine, and serotonin.

Her work aims to enhance device sensitivity, stability, and longevity for clinical therapies and medical research. She explores diamond’s unique properties to integrate sensing and stimulation in a single device, addressing neurological disorders such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s. Professional affiliations include membership in the American Chemical Society.

Publications highlight advancements in diamond-based sensors for real-time neurochemical monitoring and neurodynamic studies in organisms like Aplysia Californica. Her research bridges material science, electrochemistry, and biomedical engineering, emphasizing clinical translation. Ongoing efforts include patent-pending innovations in diamond apparatus design and manufacturing.

Dr. Martin’s contributions span over two decades, with notable work on carbon-fiber and diamond electrode characterization, surface modification techniques, and electrochemical mechanisms in biosensing.