Syed Muhammad Usama

Syed Muhammad Usama, Ph.D. is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry within the College of Sciences at The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA). His office is located in the Biotechnology, Sciences and Engineering Building (BSE), room 1.104C, and he can be reached at 210-458-5461.

Dr. Usama's research focuses on advanced imaging and therapeutic techniques at the intersection of chemistry, biology, and medical technology. His work spans multiple cutting-edge areas with significant implications for biomedical applications and cancer research.

Research Interests

• Fluorescence molecular imaging for biological applications
• Raman spectroscopy and imaging for cellular analysis
• Development of small organic fluorophores for diagnostic purposes
• Super resolution imaging techniques to overcome optical limitations
• Targeted drug delivery systems for precision medicine
• Theranostics combining therapy and diagnostics
• Studies of tumor microenvironment and cancer research

Dr. Usama leads the Chemical Biology Research Group at UTSA, which investigates novel chemical approaches to address challenges in biomedical imaging and cancer treatment. His laboratory is equipped with advanced instrumentation for spectroscopy, imaging, and chemical synthesis, supporting interdisciplinary research that bridges chemistry with biomedical applications.