Kagan Kerman

Dr. Kagan Kerman is a Professor in the Department of Physical & Environmental Sciences at the University of Toronto Scarborough. His research focuses on analytical detection of biological events on surfaces, emphasizing nanoparticle-biomolecule conjugates for biosensing. Key techniques include electrochemical (voltammetry) and spectroscopic (localized surface plasmon resonance) methods applied to nucleic acids, cells, and environmental contaminants. His work spans interdisciplinary fields such as surface science, molecular biology, and nanotechnology.

Dr. Kerman’s lab is located in EV 506, with his office in EV548. Notable students include Mengying Wu (D90 project on Zidovudine detection) and Zixin Yu (selenate detection research). Recent advancements include wearable biosensors, smartphone-integrated devices, and hydrogel-based anthrax detection platforms. His research addresses critical applications in environmental monitoring, medical diagnostics, and neurodegenerative disease biomarker detection.

Laboratory infrastructure supports state-of-the-art electrochemical analysis, microfluidic systems, and nanomaterial synthesis. Current projects emphasize multi-analyte sensing, sustainable nanomaterials, and real-time health monitoring solutions.