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• Analytical Chemistry
• Green Analytical Chemistry
• Environmental Analysis
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Salvador Garrigues Mateo is a Professor at the University of Valencia in the Faculty of Chemistry and Department of Analytical Chemistry . He leads the research group SOLINQUIANA (Solutions & Innovation in Analytical Chemistry) , focusing on green analytical chemistry and innovative spectroscopic methods. Education: PhD in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Valencia (1993) with a thesis on Quantitative analysis by Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrometry . Research Interests: Green Analytical Chemistry, Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), Ion Mobility Spectrometry (IMS), environmental and biomedical analysis, sample preparation techniques, and forensic chemistry. His recent publications highlight trends in environmental analysis (wastewater drug monitoring, bioaerosol assessment), forensic chemistry (illicit drug detection, synthetic cannabinoids), and green sample preparation (natural sorbents, microextraction techniques). He also contributes to food analysis (oil degradation, essential oil authentication) and biomedical applications (urinalysis for drug exposure, serum diagnostics). His work emphasizes green chemistry principles , focusing on reducing solvent consumption, developing non-invasive testing protocols, and applying chemometrics for improved analytical accuracy. He has published extensively on spectroscopic methods for both environmental and clinical applications, often combining FTIR with ion mobility spectrometry for enhanced detection capabilities. Contact: salvador.garrigues@uv.es

• Pharmaceutical Chemistry
• Mass Spectrometry Imaging (MSI)
• Bioremediation
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Dr. Cristina Russo is a Senior Lecturer in Pharmaceutical Chemistry at the College of Science and Technology, Middlesex University. Her research focuses on advanced analytical techniques in pharmaceutical and environmental contexts. School: College of Science and Technology Role: Senior Lecturer University: Middlesex University Her research interests span mass spectrometry imaging (MSI), bioremediation, drug metabolism in skin models, and forensic proteomics. She pioneers non-invasive diagnostic methods, such as breast cancer screening via fingertip smears, and explores xenobiotic enzyme localization in 3D tissue models. Recent publications highlight MALDI-TOF MS applications in environmental monitoring, clinical diagnostics, and pharmaceutical analysis. Key subfields include proteomic biomarkers, spatial drug quantitation, and forensic fingermark profiling. Dr. Russo collaborates with experts in mass spectrometry (e.g., Clench, Francese) and has contributed to high-impact journals like *Scientific Reports* and *Drug Metabolism and Disposition*. Her work bridges pharmaceutical chemistry, analytical innovation, and translational research.

Natalia ZashikhinaView profile

Researcher

• Drug Delivery Systems
• Nanomedicines
• Ocular Pharmacokinetics
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Natalia Zashikhina is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the School of Pharmacy, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Eastern Finland. Her research focuses on drug delivery systems, particularly nanomedicines for ocular applications. She is affiliated with the Co-Designed Nanomedicines (Codename) and Ocular Drug Delivery (ODD) research groups. Her work centers on improving retinal drug delivery through lipid-based formulations. A key contribution is the development of a barcode lipid method to quantify liposomes in ocular tissues using LC-MS, reducing animal usage in pharmacokinetic studies. This method enables simultaneous analysis of multiple liposome formulations in the same animal. Her 2024 publication in Journal of Controlled Release details this approach, demonstrating its application in rat models to evaluate liposome behavior in vitreous and neural retina. The study highlights advancements in ocular pharmacokinetic analysis and ethical experimental design.

Steven W. GravesView profile

Professor

• Biomolecular Assemblies
• Protease Mechanisms
• Point of Care Medical Devices
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Steven W. Graves is a Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at the University of New Mexico, with a secondary appointment in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. He serves as the Director of the Center for Biomedical Engineering and has held various leadership roles including Associate Dean for Research for the UNM School of Engineering and Director of the Biomedical Engineering Graduate Program. Dr. Graves received his Ph.D. from The Pennsylvania State University in 1998 and completed postdoctoral research at Los Alamos National Laboratory before joining UNM in 2008. His research spans two primary areas: Biomedical/Environmental Instrumentation and Diagnostics, and Biomolecular Engineering for Protease Studies, Screening, and Molecular Computation. His laboratory develops innovative technologies including low-cost portable flow cytometry systems for resource-limited settings, acoustic focusing methods for high-throughput cellular analysis, and molecular computation approaches for disease detection. Current research projects include enhanced imaging flow cytometry for plankton studies, parallel systems for high-throughput flow cytometry, and computing with biomolecules. Dr. Graves has received significant research funding from NIH, NSF, and USDA, and has been awarded the 2007 R&D100 award for the development of Portable Acoustic Cytometry. He has co-founded two companies, Eta Diagnostics, Inc. and Helion Scientific, Inc., to commercialize his research innovations. 2015-Present: Professor, Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering, University of New Mexico 2014: Associate Dean for Research, School of Engineering, University of New Mexico 2010-2014: Director, Biomedical Engineering Graduate Program, University of New Mexico 2008-2015: Associate Professor, Department of Chemical & Nuclear Engineering, University of New Mexico 2007-2008: Team Leader, Optical Spectroscopy and Instrumentation, Los Alamos National Laboratory His research group includes postdoctoral researchers, graduate students from multiple disciplines, and undergraduate students working collaboratively on interdisciplinary projects spanning engineering, biology, and chemistry.

R. C. DunnView profile

Professor

• Analytical Chemistry
• Optical Sensing
• Microscopy
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Professor R. C. Dunn leads an active research group in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Kansas, focusing on developing novel optical approaches for chemical analysis. His laboratory specializes in creating advanced analytical techniques that combine optical sensing with separation science and microscopy. Professor Dunn's educational background isn't explicitly detailed in the provided text, but his extensive publication record spanning more than two decades demonstrates deep expertise in analytical chemistry and biophysical techniques. His research interests center around optical sensing methodologies for chemical analysis, with particular emphasis on back scatter interferometry (BSI), high-speed capillary electrophoresis (HSCE), scanning resonator microscopy (SRM), and single molecule fluorescence techniques. His group develops instrumentation that enables universal detection in chemical analysis, high-resolution imaging at the nanoscale, and rapid separation techniques for biomolecules. The research spans fundamental biophysical studies of membrane structure to practical applications in bioanalysis and point-of-care diagnostics. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward miniaturization and integration of optical sensing techniques with microfluidic and separation platforms. His work increasingly focuses on developing field-deployable, cost-effective instrumentation while maintaining high performance metrics. The research spans fundamental biophysical investigations of nuclear pore complexes and lipid membranes to practical applications in clinical diagnostics and chemical analysis. Miyuru (former student) won the "Takeru Higuchi Doctoral Progress Award" for Overall Superior Achievement in Chemistry Prabhavie Opallage won the "Professor Wilson Award for Outstanding International Student 2024" Stanslaus M Kariuki won the "John R. Shapley Award for Excellence in Research" Professor Dunn actively mentors graduate and undergraduate students in his laboratory. Current group members include Prabhavie Opallage (final year graduate student), Stanslaus M Kariuki (chemistry major senior), and Mei Ling upp (chemistry junior with biological and biomedical concentration). His laboratory has secured funding to support instrumentation development and student research, though specific grants aren't detailed in the provided text. The Dunn laboratory maintains specialized instrumentation for developing and implementing advanced optical sensing techniques, including custom-built systems for high-speed capillary electrophoresis, back scatter interferometry, scanning resonator microscopy, and single molecule fluorescence imaging. The lab collaborates with other researchers at KU who have access to complementary core facilities.

Mark MooneyView profile

Professor

• Food Safety
• Analytical Chemistry
• Livestock Genetics
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Mark Mooney is a Professor within the School of Biological Sciences at Queen's University Belfast (QUB), leading research on food safety and chemical contaminant monitoring. He holds a BSc in Biotechnology (Dublin City University, 1995), an MSc in Biomedical Sciences (University of Ulster, 1996), and a PhD (University of Ulster, 2000). His career includes roles at the University of Ulster (Wellcome Trust research position) and the University of Strathclyde before joining QUB in 2005. Research focuses on applying bioanalytical and mass spectrometric techniques to detect contaminants in food/animal supply chains. Key projects include metabolomic analysis for drug detection in animals (since 2015) and immunochemical techniques for biomarker measurement (2010–present). He leads the Institute for Global Food Security's initiatives on chemical contaminant monitoring and emerging food production systems. Teaching responsibilities include courses like 'Advanced Food Bioanalysis' and 'Food Safety, Health, and Disease.' He administers the MSc in Advanced Food Safety program, coordinating modules on literature reviews and research projects. Key Projects: Metabolomic analysis for forensic detection of drugs in animals (2015–ongoing) Rapid immunochemical techniques for heterocyclic amine exposure (2010–ongoing) Grants & Collaborations: Focus on animal forensics, cattle disease diagnosis, and salmon vaccination strategies. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to food security and sustainable systems.

• Pharmaceutical Analysis
• Biomedical Analysis
• Medicinal Chemistry
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Prof. Tomasz Bączek is a Professor and Head of the Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry at the Medical University of Gdańsk since 2009. He previously served as Vice-Dean (2008–2012) and Vice-Rector for Science (2012–2020). He holds a PhD (2001) and habilitation (2007) from the Medical University of Gdańsk, becoming a full professor in 2014. His research focuses on pharmaceutical and biomedical analysis, medicinal chemistry, and proteomics, with over 200 publications (h-index 27). Education & Career: Bachelor's: Faculty of Pharmacy, Medical University of Gdańsk (1998) PhD: Supervised by Prof. Roman Kaliszan (2001) Habilitation in Pharmaceutical Analysis (2007) Postdoc at Northeastern University, USA (2002–2003) Research Interests: Prof. Bączek’s work centers on analytical methodologies for drug development, including nanotechnology applications, biomaterials, and clinical diagnostics. Key areas include: Nanoparticle-based drug delivery systems 3D-printed devices for sample preparation Biomedical analysis of hormones and metabolites Therapeutic monitoring of anticancer drugs Teams & Collaborations: Member of research teams: PRA 2: Cardiovascular regulation in health and disease PRA 3: Mass spectrometry and NMR analysis for metabolic studies He has led 6 projects, filed 10 patents, and advised 8 promoted theses. His work bridges analytical chemistry with clinical and biomedical applications, emphasizing innovation in drug analysis and diagnostic tools.

Paola MianView profile

Clinical Professor

• Perinatal Pharmacology
• Pediatric Pharmacology
• Pharmacometrics
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Dr. Paola Mian is a Clinical Professor at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Medical Sciences, specializing in clinical pharmacology. Her work focuses on perinatal and pediatric pharmacology, pharmacometrics, and special populations. She holds a PharmD and PhD, contributing to therapeutic drug monitoring and precision dosing research. Education: PharmD and PhD in Pharmacology. Research interests include pediatric pharmacokinetics, population-PKPD modeling, and drug exposure optimization in critically ill children and cystic fibrosis patients. Her recent studies emphasize drug interactions in special populations, such as lactating women and transplant recipients. Publications highlight advancements in cystic fibrosis therapeutics, pediatric analgesia, and anticoagulant drug effects. She is an editorial board member for the Dutch Children’s Formulary and NPFO, and actively contributes to clinical guidelines for medicinal use during pregnancy. No grants or awards explicitly listed. She advises on clinical pharmacy practices and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams on translational research.

• Medical Neuroscience
• Neurology
• Cellular Metabolism
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Agnieszka Jankowska-Kulawy is an Associate Professor and Head of the Division of Laboratory Medicine at the Medical University of Gdańsk. She specializes in medical sciences with a focus on neurology, cellular metabolism, and neurotoxicity mechanisms. Research Interests: Her work revolves around cholinergic cells, zinc metabolism, thiamine deficiency effects, and neurodegenerative processes. She investigates metabolic pathways in animal models, particularly mice, to understand aging and neurological disorders. Teams & Collaborations: She is a member of two research teams at MUG: POB 1_Team IX: Cancer prevention and early detection POB 3_Team IX: Bioanalysis and therapy technologies Publications & Impact: With 103 documented publications, her research spans neurochemistry, metabolic disorders, and clinical applications in neurology. Her work often explores cholinergic systems and neurotoxic mechanisms linked to metabolic imbalances.

• DNA Repair
• DNA Damage
• Diet Restriction
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Renata Brandt is a researcher at Erasmus MC in the Molecular Genetics school. Her work focuses on DNA repair mechanisms, dietary restriction, and aging-related pathologies in progeroid mice models. Key research themes: DNA repair, accelerated aging, vascular biology, and metabolic interventions Affiliated with Erasmus MC's Molecular Genetics department Her recent studies explore: Dietary modulation of vascular aging and cGAS-STING pathway activation Protein intake effects on transcriptional decline and lifespan Muscle growth promotion in DNA repair-deficient models Radiobiological responses in meningioma spheroids

John BuolamwiniView profile

Professor

• Drug Design
• Drug Discovery
• Experimental Therapeutics
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John Buolamwini serves as Professor and Chair of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Rosalind Franklin University's College of Pharmacy. With 26 years of academic experience, he previously held faculty positions at the University of Mississippi and University of Tennessee, where he served as Vice Chair and Director of Graduate Programs (2012-2014). His research specializes in drug design and discovery for cardiovascular disease, cancer, and HIV/AIDS, leading to multiple patents for novel bioactive molecules. Dr. Buolamwini employs integrated computational and experimental methodologies to develop experimental therapeutics, with particular expertise in nucleoside transporters, cancer biomarkers, and MDM2 inhibitors for oncology applications. Analysis of his recent publications reveals sustained contributions to pancreatic and breast cancer therapeutics through MDM2 inhibition, alongside significant work in HIV integrase inhibitor development. His research consistently integrates QSAR modeling, homology modeling, and in vitro/in vivo validation to advance drug candidates from computational design to biological testing. Dr. Buolamwini has maintained continuous research funding for over two decades from the American Heart Association and multiple NIH institutes (NHLBI, NCI, NIAID, NIA). He has trained seven PhD students and ten postdoctoral associates, demonstrating substantial commitment to academic mentorship and workforce development in pharmaceutical sciences.

Jianjun WeiView profile

Professor

• Nanoscience
• Nanomaterials
• Bioanalysis
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Dr. Jianjun Wei is a Professor and Graduate Program Director at the Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering (JSNN) at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG). He joined UNCG in 2013 after working as a Principal Scientist at CFD Research Corporation. His research focuses on nanomaterials, bio-nanoscience, and energy applications, supported by grants from NSF, NIH, and other agencies. Dr. Wei earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Pittsburgh (2004) and holds prior academic appointments at Shanghai University (1995–2000). Research Interests: His work integrates nanomaterials with biological systems, emphasizing nanoscale reactions under external fields, biosensors, energy storage, and plasmonic effects. Key areas include carbon nanodots for antioxidant applications, plasmonic sensing platforms, and magnetic field-enhanced catalysis. Publications: Over 100 peer-reviewed articles in journals like ACS Nano , Langmuir , and Nano Energy , focusing on nanomaterial synthesis, bioanalytical tools, and energy conversion systems. Recent trends include machine learning in catalyst design and plasmonic-based diagnostics. Awards: NASA Technical Innovation Award (2013), DOD SBIR Achievement Award (2008), UNCG Research Excellence Nomination (2018). Grants & Collaborations: NIH-funded projects on biosensor development and energy storage systems. Active in industry partnerships for commercializing nanotechnology. Lab Activities: Wei Group develops plasmonic devices for clinical diagnostics (e.g., diabetes biomarkers), supercapacitor materials, and nanoscale reaction studies.

• Analytical Chemistry
• Bioanalysis
• Biochemistry
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Dr. Frits Flesch is an Assistant Professor at Utrecht University's Faculty of Science, affiliated with the Department of Chemical Biology and Drug Discovery. His research focuses on Analytical Chemistry, Bioanalysis, Biochemistry, and Life Sciences, with additional expertise in educational professionalization (ICT/teaching). He holds a PhD from Utrecht University (2000) where his thesis explored sperm plasma membrane dynamics. Research interests span: Analytical Method Development : Electrochemical affinity measurements, HPLC, and atomic force microscopy for biological interactions. Drug Discovery : Lectin binding mechanisms, nanocarrier systems for drug delivery, and biomarker analysis. Biochemistry : Membrane biology, enzyme kinetics, and glycobiology. His publications (27+) emphasize interdisciplinary approaches, with recent work in electrochemical biosensing (2023) and microbial adhesion (2021). Earlier contributions include drug delivery systems (micelles, nanogels) and clinical toxicology.

Don DeVoeView profile

Professor

• MEMS and Microsystems Technology
• Microfluidic Systems
• Additive Manufacturing at Micro/Nano Scales
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Don DeVoe is a Wilson H. Elkins Professor and Associate Chair of Research & Administration in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Maryland, College Park . He holds affiliate appointments in Bioengineering and Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, and is a core faculty member at the Robert E. Fischell Institute for Biomedical Devices. Ph.D., University of California, Berkeley (1997) M.S., University of Maryland, College Park (1993) B.S., University of Maryland, College Park (1991) Dr. DeVoe's research focuses on MEMS and microfluidic systems for biomedical applications, including nucleic acid diagnostics , exosome isolation , liposomal nanomedicine development , and viral aerobiology . His work bridges microscale engineering with clinical translation and scalable manufacturing solutions. His publications highlight innovations in 3D printed microfluidic devices , thermoplastic disposable diagnostics , and high-throughput nanomedicine synthesis . Key projects include microhydrocyclones for exosome separation, synthetic eukaryotic cell construction, and trap array chips for antibiotic resistance screening. Fellow, American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (2022) Fellow, Royal Society of Chemistry (2021) Wilson H. Elkins Professorship (2020) University System of Maryland Regents Award for Research (2013) NSF PECASE and CAREER Awards Dr. DeVoe served as Senior Editor for the IEEE/ASME Journal of MicroElectroMechanical Systems and currently holds leadership roles in the Chemical and Biological Microsystems Society . He directs the Maryland MEMS & Microfluidics Laboratory , with affiliations to the Maryland Robotics Center, Maryland Nanocenter, and Greenebaum Cancer Center.

Anikó KilárView profile

Research Fellow

• Biochemistry
• Molecular Biology
• Medical Biochemistry

Dr. Anikó Kilár is a dedicated Research Fellow affiliated with the Institute of Bioanalysis at the University of Pécs Medical School. Her work contributes to interdisciplinary research at the intersection of molecular biology and medical science. Institution: University of Pécs Medical School Department: Institute of Bioanalysis Email: aniko.kilar@aok.pte.hu Specializing in biochemical analysis and molecular research, her scientific contributions align with the institute's focus on advancing medical diagnostics and therapeutic methodologies through rigorous molecular and cellular studies.