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Sarah Trimpin is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Wayne State University (WSU), within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Her research focuses on developing novel ionization methods for mass spectrometry, particularly matrix-assisted ionization (MAI) and vacuum-based techniques, which enable high-sensitivity, rapid analyses of nonvolatile compounds. These methods have applications in biomedical, environmental, and materials science. She holds significant accolades, including the 2019 ASMS Biemann Medal Award and a 2009 NSF CAREER Award.
Education: Diplom (University of Konstanz, 1999); PhD (Max-Planck-Institute for Polymer Research, 2002); Postdoctoral Fellowships at Oregon State University (2002–2006) and Indiana University (2007–2008).
Research interests include ionization mechanisms, instrument development, and applications in imaging mass spectrometry. Her lab emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, training students in analytical chemistry and mass spectrometry. Over 50 peer-reviewed articles and 10+ patents highlight her contributions to advancing mass spectrometry technologies.
Awards and recognition include features in The Analytical Scientist (2016, 2019) and inclusion in undergraduate textbooks. Her lab, MSTM Solutions, innovates commercial instrumentation for mass spectrometry applications.
