Paul Mayer

Paul Mayer is a Full Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences at the University of Ottawa, Faculty of Science. His research focuses on gas-phase ion chemistry, with expertise in mass spectrometry, chemical kinetics, and atmospheric chemistry. He collaborates internationally, including with groups in Argentina and France, studying reactive organic carbon and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. He leads the John L. Holmes Mass Spectrometry Facility, where he explores hydrosol composition and plant extract analysis. His work combines experimental techniques like synchrotron radiation and computational chemistry to understand ion dynamics in environmental and interstellar contexts.

Education details are not explicitly provided in the text, but his academic position suggests a PhD in Chemistry. He actively mentors undergraduate and Honours students in projects involving microwave distillation, hydrosol analysis, and PAH reactivity. Ongoing research includes atmospheric chemistry collaborations and studies on plant-derived compounds using GC-MS and LC-MS.

Research interests emphasize ion dissociation mechanisms, atmospheric aerosol interactions, and the application of mass spectrometry to biological systems. His facility supports interdisciplinary projects, such as analyzing hydrosols from various plant species for therapeutic and cosmetic applications.