Aric Opdahl

Aric Opdahl is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. He holds a B.S. in Chemistry and Anthropology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from the University of California-Berkeley. His research focuses on surface and analytical chemistry, particularly exploring DNA immobilization strategies and their thermal stability on surfaces. Prior to his academic role, he served as a National Research Council Postdoctoral Fellow at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) from 2003 to 2005.

His recent work emphasizes the impact of DNA-surface interactions on hybridization stability and efficiency. Notable projects include studies on gold surface attachment strategies and substrate-preferential DNA probe immobilization. While no formal grants or awards are listed, his publications frequently involve undergraduate researchers, as indicated by asterisks in co-author listings.

Opdahl’s research group bridges analytical and surface chemistry, contributing to advancements in biomolecular analysis and material science applications. No specific lab affiliations or team collaborations beyond co-authorships are detailed in the provided text.