Edward J. Donahue

Edward J. Donahue serves as Associate Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Long Island University's Brooklyn campus, holding dual administrative roles as Science Division Coordinator and Pre-Professional Adviser for health professions.

His academic foundation includes B.S. and M.S. degrees from St. Joseph’s College and a Ph.D. from Polytechnic University.

Dr. Donahue's research program centers on Inorganic and Physical Chemistry, with specialized expertise in:

• Sol-gel derived ceramic processing and ferrimagnetic characterization
• Semiconductor synthesis (ZnS, TiS2) via chemical routes
• Biodegradable polymer systems for drug delivery applications
• Magnetic material development (BaFe₁₂O₁₉) using deposition techniques

His work bridges fundamental synthesis methods with practical applications in energy storage and biomedical engineering.

Publication trends from 1991-2007 reveal consistent innovation in materials fabrication, particularly advancing sol-gel methodologies for ceramics and CVD/MOCVD techniques for functional thin films. The research demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between chemical synthesis, materials characterization, and real-world applications in drug delivery and magnetic devices.

In his capacity as Pre-Professional Adviser, Dr. Donahue provides dedicated mentorship to students pursuing careers in medicine, dentistry, and pharmacy, leveraging his scientific expertise to strengthen applicant profiles for professional programs.