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Dr. David Gallaher is a Professor of Chemistry and Director of the undergraduate chemistry program at Carlow University. A Pittsburgh native with over 30 years of college-level teaching experience, he specializes in analytical chemistry, biochemistry, and science education. His scholarly efforts focus on grant writing to enhance student opportunities, including instrumentation upgrades and NSF-funded scholarships for economically disadvantaged STEM students.
Research trends in his publications include ultrasensitive detection methods for trace biomarkers, near-infrared fluorescence applications in electrophoresis, and instrumentation design for chemical analysis. Recent work emphasizes molecular imprinting for selective chromatography and environmental/clinical applications of analytical techniques.
- Scientific Awards: American Institute of Chemists Foundation (AIC) – Outstanding Senior Student Majoring in Chemistry (1993)
Dr. Gallaher actively secures grants such as the NSF award for STEM scholarships and prioritizes student mentorship through hands-on research projects in the Department of Computational and Chemical Sciences.
