Costel Darie

Costel Darie is a Professor at Clarkson University, affiliated with the Coulter School of Engineering & Applied Sciences and the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry. He holds a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from the University of Freiburg (Germany), an M.S. and B.S. in Biochemistry from Alexandru Ioan Cuza University (Romania), and an R.N. from Vaslui County Hospital. His academic journey includes roles as Associate Professor (2015) and Assistant Professor (2009) at Clarkson University, with prior research positions at Mount Sinai School of Medicine and New York University.

His research focuses on analytical biochemistry techniques including mass spectrometry and proteomics, with applications in disease biomarker discovery. Key areas include:

• Proteomic analysis of bodily fluids for autism spectrum disorder and neurodevelopmental disorders
• Biomarker identification for depression, PTSD, and breast cancer
• Protein post-translational modifications and protein-protein interactions
• Signal transduction pathway analysis using advanced mass spectrometry

Recent publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on cancer proteomics, novel diagnostic approaches, and biomaterial applications. His work consistently integrates cutting-edge mass spectrometry techniques with clinical research, particularly in oncology and neurodevelopmental disorders.

Professor Darie has received numerous teaching awards including:

• Million Dollar Club Member (2021)
• Multiple Influential Professor Awards (2011-2016) from Delta Zeta, Theta Phi Alpha, and minority student associations