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Dr. Nick Vukotic is a Professor of Chemistry and Industrial Research Chair in X-ray Diffraction and Crystalline Materials at the University of Windsor. His research focuses on advanced materials science, pharmaceutical innovation, and biomedical applications. He leads a multidisciplinary team addressing challenges in drug formulation, cancer treatment, and electric vehicle technology through collaborations with industry partners like Proto Manufacturing.
- Affiliations: Faculty of Science, Department of Chemistry, Centre for Hybrid Automotive Research and Green Energy
- Education: PhD in Chemistry (2012, supervised by Stephen Loeb), notable for a Nature Chemistry cover article
Research interests include X-ray diffraction techniques, biodegradable materials for medical use, and crystalline material synthesis. His lab has developed novel devices to accelerate pharmaceutical production and explore brain cancer treatments via implantable materials. Recent projects involve partnerships with Proto Manufacturing to advance materials analysis systems.
Key achievements include first-place wins in RBC Founders Pitch Competition (2024) and contributions to national crystal growing competitions mentoring high school students. Awards include the Industrial Research Chair designation (2019) and recognition for groundbreaking work in Nature Chemistry.
- Grants & Funding: NSERC collaborations for EV research, industry partnerships in materials science
- Labs/Teams: Vukotic Research Group, Complex Therapeutix (student-led venture), Proto Manufacturing collaboration
