Hao Chen

Hao Chen is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Environmental Science at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT). He holds a Ph.D. from Purdue University (2005) and leads the Chen Lab focused on advanced analytical chemistry and environmental science. His research spans mass spectrometry innovations, microdroplet chemistry, and catalytic technologies for environmental remediation and biomedical applications.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Purdue University, 2005

Research Interests: Professor Chen specializes in developing novel analytical methods using mass spectrometry, including ultrafast protein digestion via microdroplet chemistry, PFAS degradation technologies, and absolute quantitation techniques. His work also explores gold-catalyzed organic reactions and environmental monitoring systems for pollutants like microplastics and PFAS. His lab integrates electrochemistry with mass spectrometry to study protein structures and enzyme activities.

Notable Contributions: Chen has pioneered standards-free quantitation methods using coulometric mass spectrometry and developed the i-GT-ray platform for glycosyltransferase assays. His research bridges environmental chemistry and bioanalytical techniques, with applications in biopharmaceutical quality control and pollution mitigation.

Teaching & Lab: Teaches Chem 221 (Analytical Chemistry Methods) and directs the Chen Lab at NJIT, accessible via chenlab.njit.edu. His team collaborates on projects involving nanomaterials, protein characterization, and green chemical processes.