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Paul M. Mayer is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences at the University of Ottawa. He holds a PhD from the University of Ottawa (1994) and a BSc from the University of Manitoba (1990). His research focuses on gas-phase ion chemistry, including the dynamics of ion dissociation and reactivity in mass spectrometry, with particular emphasis on polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and their roles in astrochemistry and atmospheric processes. He collaborates internationally, notably with groups in France, Argentina, and Switzerland, using advanced techniques like tandem mass spectrometry and photoelectron photoion coincidence (PEPICO) spectroscopy.
Key research areas include the unimolecular chemistry of PAH ions, the interstellar medium's PAH hypothesis, and atmospheric chemistry studies on reactive organic carbon (ROCs). His group employs state-of-the-art facilities such as the John L. Holmes Mass Spectrometry Facility and the Swiss Light Source synchrotron. Over 30 students and postdocs have graduated under his supervision, many entering careers in academia, government agencies (e.g., Health Canada), and industry (e.g., SCIEX Inc.).
Publications span over 160 articles, emphasizing reaction mechanisms, astrochemical modeling, and analytical methodologies. Collaborations bridge disciplines, integrating experimental and computational approaches to address fundamental questions in physical and environmental chemistry.
