Craig Aspinwall

Craig Aspinwall is a Professor and Department Head in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Arizona. His research focuses on bioanalytical chemistry, chemical biology, and instrumental development, particularly in membrane biochemistry and protein interactions. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Florida (1999) and completed postdoctoral fellowships at the Karolinska Institute and Ames Laboratory.

His research emphasizes developing biomimetic sensors and analytical tools for studying signaling molecules, drug discovery, and clinical diagnostics. Key areas include lipid membrane stability, ion channel analysis, and nanoparticle-based detection systems. Notable projects involve scintillator nanoparticles for radiation detection, polymer-stabilized lipid bilayers, and viral capsid characterization.

Publications from 2021–2025 highlight advancements in nanotechnology, membrane protein analysis, and biomedical applications. Awards and grants are not explicitly listed, but his work aligns with funding priorities in analytical chemistry and biotechnology. As Department Head, he oversees undergraduate and graduate programs in the College of Chemistry and Biochemistry.

His lab develops novel materials and sensors for environmental and medical diagnostics, with applications in drug delivery and regenerative medicine. Collaborations likely span chemical engineering, biology, and biomedical engineering disciplines.