Noreen Morris

Noreen Morris is a Lecturer in the Department of Pharmaceutical Science and Biotechnology at the University of Technology. She is affiliated with the Faculty of Science and Health, contributing to research in pharmacology, toxicology, and biotechnology. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and innovation.

Her research focuses on monoamine transporters, new psychoactive substances (NPS), and drug design. Notable studies include investigations into phenmetrazine analogs, mexedrone derivatives, and analytical methods for drug characterization. Recent work (2024) explores chemoselective oxidation processes using enzymatic systems like Laccase LAC97/TEMPO.

Collaborations span international teams, including researchers from institutions like NIH (Baumann, Partilla) and European labs. Her publications bridge organic chemistry, neuropharmacology, and agricultural applications such as drought-resistant crop development. Media highlights include student achievements at chemistry conferences and STEM outreach initiatives like TUS SciFest.

Morris holds an h-index of 11 with 233 citations. Her work emphasizes translational research, blending synthetic chemistry with biological testing to address emerging drug trends and agricultural challenges.