Our research team is dedicated to finding interdisciplinary solutions to address Public Health challenges.
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Ongoing Research Projects
To develop nanomaterials targeting antibiotic-resistant bacteria and public health–relevant viruses.
To develop bioimaging and bioanalytical platforms for investigating the binding mechanisms of antimicrobial nanomaterials in vitro and in vivo.
To develop energy-efficient separation and bioanalytical quantification methods for metallic nanoparticles and ions in environmental and biological matrices.
News
Congratulations to our 2026 graduates and new research alumni: Jamie Larson, Austin Carey, Mazzy Barrientos, Madison Hallmark, and Chloe Kayser!
Thank you for your hard work, dedication, and meaningful research contributions over the past 1–3 years. We are proud of your accomplishments and wish you great success in all your future endeavors. You will be missed!
May 15, 2026
Way to go, team! Your dedication, preparation, and outstanding efforts made us proud.
Congratulations to our students Thomas Barreda, Sasha Padron, Shuvadeepa Basu, Madison Hallmark, Rubena Casas, Daniel Adams, Ayesha Khalid, and Mazzy Barrientos on their excellent presentations showcasing both research and service work at the 2026 Symposium for Student Innovation, Research, and Creative Activities (SSIRCA).
April 24, 2026
Congratulations to Daniel Adams on receiving 1st Place in the SSIRCA 2026 Chemistry Oral Presentation Awards. We also gratefully recognize the valuable research support of his colleague, Ayesha Khalid, whose contributions helped make this work possible.
April 24, 2026