Robbyn K Anand

Robbyn K Anand is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Iowa State University. Her research focuses on developing microfluidic technologies to address critical challenges in cancer and kidney disease, including tumor metastasis modeling and wearable dialysis alternatives. She employs electrokinetic strategies, tissue-on-chip systems, and analytical tools like DEP manipulation and electrochemical sensing. Her group emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and has pioneered extended-field DEP for high-throughput cell sorting.

Education & Background:

While specific educational details are not provided, her career trajectory includes roles at Iowa State University since 2015, with significant contributions to analytical chemistry and biomedical engineering. She leads the Anand Laboratory, fostering a collaborative environment focused on innovation and inclusivity.

Research Interests:

Her work spans microfluidics for biomedical applications, including:

• Dielectrophoretic cell sorting and capture
• Organ-on-a-chip models for disease simulation
• Electrokinetic desalination and fluid manipulation
• Development of wearable diagnostic and therapeutic devices

Awards & Recognition:

• AES Mid-Career Achievement Award (2023)
• NIH NIBIB Trailblazer Award (2019)
• NSF CAREER Award (2019)
• Cottrell Scholars Award (2019)

Grants & Leadership:

Robbyn leads initiatives such as the Midwest Retreat for Diversity in Chemistry and has secured funding from NIH, NSF, and private foundations. Her lab collaborates with institutions like Stanford University and the University of Washington on postdoctoral training programs.

Labs & Teams:

The Anand Laboratory is a dynamic group of ~30+ members (PhD/MS students, postdocs, and undergraduates) working on microfluidics, electrochemistry, and biomedical engineering projects. Recent milestones include patent filings on DEP-based cell isolation devices and participation in global conferences.