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Professor Karen Faulds is a leading researcher in analytical chemistry at the University of Strathclyde, within the Department of Pure and Applied Chemistry in the Faculty of Science. Her work focuses on advancing surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) for bioanalytical and clinical applications, enabling sensitive, multiplexed detection of biomolecules without target amplification.
- University: University of Strathclyde
- School: Faculty of Science
- Department: Department of Pure and Applied Chemistry
- Academic Rank: Professor
- Email: karen.faulds@strath.ac.uk
Her research interests center on SERS, bioanalysis, quantitative detection of DNA and proteins, and the development of point-of-care diagnostics. She exploits the high sensitivity and multiplexing capabilities of SERS to analyze complex biological systems, with direct applications in healthcare and food safety.
The recent publications reflect a strong trend in developing SERS-based diagnostic platforms for clinical and industrial use, including lateral flow assays for liver injury, hyperspectral imaging in cells, antimicrobial resistance detection, and pharmaceutical process monitoring. These works span disciplines such as analytical chemistry, biomedical engineering, and molecular diagnostics, emphasizing translational research.
Scientific awards include:
- Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry (FRSC), 2012
- Charles Mann Award, October 2019
She has supervised numerous research projects and students, secured major grants from bodies like the MRC and Scottish Enterprise, and is actively involved in research leadership, editorial boards, and conference keynotes. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals in health and wellbeing.
Prof. Faulds leads significant research initiatives such as the combined photodynamic and photothermal therapy of breast cancer and rapid pathogen detection in food production, highlighting her impact across both medical and industrial domains.
