Vicki Meli

Dr. Vicki Meli is a Professor and Department Head in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Mount Allison University. Her research focuses on the interface between nanotechnology and biophysical systems, particularly investigating the behavior of gold nanoparticles in biological and synthetic membrane environments. She explores topics such as nanoparticle cytotoxicity, self-assembly at liquid interfaces, and the impact of ligand functionalization on material properties.

Her work spans interdisciplinary areas including materials science, toxicology, and enzymology, with notable contributions to understanding nanoparticle interactions with liquid crystals and cellular membranes. Meli has published extensively on gold nanoparticle applications in biomimetic systems and nanomaterial design. Her research emphasizes methodological rigor, as highlighted in her commentary on nanoparticle-assay interference.

Meli’s studies often integrate advanced analytical techniques like X-ray reflectivity and GC/MS/MS for nanoparticle characterization. While no awards are explicitly listed, her publications reflect a sustained contribution to nanoscale science and biointerfacial chemistry. Advising and grant details are not provided in the available text, though her role as Department Head suggests active involvement in academic leadership and mentorship.