Amber Hupp is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the College of the Holy Cross, where she serves as both a faculty member and Gifted High School Advisor. Her expertise spans Analytical Chemistry and Environmental Chemistry, with significant contributions to biodiesel analysis and chemistry education. She earned her Ph.D. from Michigan State University and teaches courses including Environmental Chemistry, Atoms & Molecules, Equilibrium & Reactivity, and Instrumental Chemistry/Analytical Methods. Professor Hupp's research focuses on applying Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) and chemometric methods like Principal Component Analysis (PCA) to characterize biodiesel feedstocks and blends. Her work develops analytical frameworks for identifying biodiesel sources, optimizing chromatographic separations, and extending ASTM standards to renewable fuels. She also pioneers creative pedagogical approaches for non-science majors, emphasizing societal relevance in chemistry education. Her publication record from 2006-2022 reveals three interconnected research streams: 1) Advanced chromatographic techniques for biodiesel analysis, 2) Chemometric modeling of complex fuel systems, and 3) Educational innovations in chemistry curriculum design. This work consistently bridges analytical method development with practical environmental applications. No scientific awards were mentioned in the source material. While specific grant details aren't provided, Professor Hupp actively mentors undergraduate researchers as evidenced by student co-authorships across her publications. Her educational work demonstrates commitment to advising non-science majors through curriculum development. She leads the Hupp Lab at Holy Cross, which specializes in analytical environmental chemistry using GC-MS instrumentation. The lab focuses on biodiesel characterization, chemometric data analysis, and forensic applications of fuel analysis, providing hands-on research experience for undergraduate students.
