Vitor Pomin

Vitor Pomin is an Associate Professor of Pharmacognosy and Research Associate Professor at the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy, specializing in glycobiology, structural biology, and NMR spectroscopy. His research focuses on marine-derived sulfated glycans, their structural characterization, and biomedical applications in anticoagulation and antiviral therapies.

• Education:
  • Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (2008)
  • Postdoctoral Research, Complex Carbohydrate Research Center, University of Georgia (2011)

Dr. Pomin’s work explores the structural requirements of sulfated polysaccharides for anticoagulant and antiviral activities, particularly against SARS-CoV-2, using advanced techniques like molecular dynamics simulations and surface plasmon resonance. His recent publications highlight the therapeutic potential of sea cucumber fucosylated chondroitin sulfates and red algal sulfated galactans in modulating viral interactions and blood coagulation. He serves as an editor and reviewer for journals including Glycobiology, Marine Drugs, and Journal of Biological Chemistry, reflecting his influence in biomedical glycoscience.