This document provides a summary of Frank Inscore's publications, technical reports, presentations, patents, projects, and dissertation from his time at RTA and prior academic work. It lists over 20 peer-reviewed publications, 3 representative technical reports for federal agencies, 4 invited presentations as a speaker, 5 patents either at or for RTA, 16 major programs/projects managed at RTA across various agencies, and his published PhD dissertation from UNM on electronic structure contributions to enzyme reactivity. The document demonstrates a highly successful career advancing Raman/SERS techniques with numerous impactful applications.
This document describes research into using surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) and peptide-functionalized SERS substrates to detect Bacillus anthracis spores. The researchers developed a peptide that selectively binds B. anthracis-Sterne spores. They found that exposing 109 B. anthracis-Sterne spores/mL to the functionalized SERS substrate and acetic acid produced a strong dipicolinic acid spectrum, whereas the same treatment of B. cereus and B. subtilis at the same concentration did not produce a signal. This peptide-functionalized SERS approach provides a method for differentiating B. anthracis at the species level, overcoming limitations of other detection
Rapid, non-invasive analysis of drugs, biomarkers, and pathogens in biofluids like urine, saliva, and nasal mucus using disposable lab-on-a-chip devices. Surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) allows for specific, fast (under 10 minutes) and sensitive (down to parts-per-billion) detection in complex biofluid matrices. Portable Raman analyzers integrate SERS-active substrates like functionalized sol-gel capillaries to selectively detect targets for applications like monitoring health in space, optimizing chemotherapy drug dosages, and roadside drug testing.
This document describes research into using surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) to rapidly detect and identify overdose drugs in saliva. The researchers created a SERS-active sampling device using fused gold colloids immobilized in glass capillaries. They used this device to build a library of over 150 drug spectra, including cocaine, PCP, diazepam, and acetaminophen. Artificial saliva samples spiked with these drugs at 50 ng/mL were then rapidly analyzed using a portable Raman analyzer, demonstrating the potential of this technique for emergency room drug overdose diagnosis.
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Rapid Detection and Identification of Drugs in Saliva by Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy
This document proposes a device to rapidly detect and identify drugs in saliva using surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) for roadside screening and in emergency rooms. SERS can detect drugs at concentrations as low as 10-8 M within 8-10 minutes by amplifying the Raman signal of drugs adsorbed onto metal nanoparticle substrates. The proposed device extracts drugs from saliva samples, identifies the drugs via spectral matching to a reference library of 150 drugs, and quantifies the concentration. Preliminary testing extracted and detected drugs like cocaine and diazepam spiked into saliva at 50 ppb within
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This document is a curriculum vitae for Frank E. Inscore, summarizing his professional qualifications and experience. It highlights that he has over 15 years of experience in research and development leadership and management, including directing multi-functional teams toward materials characterization and analysis. He has successfully led numerous projects on time and under budget, generating over $15 million in revenue. His expertise includes spectroscopy, materials synthesis, and establishing effective cross-functional relationships to facilitate new product development.
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This document is a curriculum vitae for Frank E. Inscore, a research and development professional with over 15 years of experience in cutting-edge research, strategic planning, program management, new product development, and customer relations. He has a Ph.D. in Chemistry and has held positions including Principal Scientist and Director of R&D at Real-Time Analyzers, Inc. where he led multiple research programs and projects, secured new funding, developed innovative products, and built a world-class R&D team. The CV highlights his leadership experience, technical expertise, and record of success in research, new product development, business development, and managing complex projects and organizations.
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Frank E. Inscore 2015 Portfolio of resumes as Sr. Director, Sr. Manager and Sr. Scientist, Sr. Chemist; plus short support appendix of representative papers reports presentations patents programs/projects, dissertation
Nicholas P. K. Ellens is a research associate in the Department of Radiology at Johns Hopkins University, where he has worked since 2014. He received his Ph.D. in Medical Biophysics from the University of Toronto in 2014. His research focuses on using focused ultrasound for medical therapy applications. He has authored and co-authored several publications in the field and has presented his work at numerous conferences.
This document describes research into using surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) and peptide-functionalized SERS substrates to detect Bacillus anthracis spores. The researchers developed a peptide that selectively binds B. anthracis-Sterne spores. They found that exposing 109 B. anthracis-Sterne spores/mL to the functionalized SERS substrate and acetic acid produced a strong dipicolinic acid spectrum, whereas the same treatment of B. cereus and B. subtilis at the same concentration did not produce a signal. This peptide-functionalized SERS approach provides a method for differentiating B. anthracis at the species level, overcoming limitations of other detection
Rapid, non-invasive analysis of drugs, biomarkers, and pathogens in biofluids like urine, saliva, and nasal mucus using disposable lab-on-a-chip devices. Surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) allows for specific, fast (under 10 minutes) and sensitive (down to parts-per-billion) detection in complex biofluid matrices. Portable Raman analyzers integrate SERS-active substrates like functionalized sol-gel capillaries to selectively detect targets for applications like monitoring health in space, optimizing chemotherapy drug dosages, and roadside drug testing.
This document describes research into using surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) to rapidly detect and identify overdose drugs in saliva. The researchers created a SERS-active sampling device using fused gold colloids immobilized in glass capillaries. They used this device to build a library of over 150 drug spectra, including cocaine, PCP, diazepam, and acetaminophen. Artificial saliva samples spiked with these drugs at 50 ng/mL were then rapidly analyzed using a portable Raman analyzer, demonstrating the potential of this technique for emergency room drug overdose diagnosis.
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Rapid Detection and Identification of Drugs in Saliva by Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy
This document proposes a device to rapidly detect and identify drugs in saliva using surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) for roadside screening and in emergency rooms. SERS can detect drugs at concentrations as low as 10-8 M within 8-10 minutes by amplifying the Raman signal of drugs adsorbed onto metal nanoparticle substrates. The proposed device extracts drugs from saliva samples, identifies the drugs via spectral matching to a reference library of 150 drugs, and quantifies the concentration. Preliminary testing extracted and detected drugs like cocaine and diazepam spiked into saliva at 50 ppb within
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This document is a curriculum vitae for Frank E. Inscore, summarizing his professional qualifications and experience. It highlights that he has over 15 years of experience in research and development leadership and management, including directing multi-functional teams toward materials characterization and analysis. He has successfully led numerous projects on time and under budget, generating over $15 million in revenue. His expertise includes spectroscopy, materials synthesis, and establishing effective cross-functional relationships to facilitate new product development.
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This document is a curriculum vitae for Frank E. Inscore, a research and development professional with over 15 years of experience in cutting-edge research, strategic planning, program management, new product development, and customer relations. He has a Ph.D. in Chemistry and has held positions including Principal Scientist and Director of R&D at Real-Time Analyzers, Inc. where he led multiple research programs and projects, secured new funding, developed innovative products, and built a world-class R&D team. The CV highlights his leadership experience, technical expertise, and record of success in research, new product development, business development, and managing complex projects and organizations.
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Frank E. Inscore 2015 Portfolio of resumes as Sr. Director, Sr. Manager and Sr. Scientist, Sr. Chemist; plus short support appendix of representative papers reports presentations patents programs/projects, dissertation
Nicholas P. K. Ellens is a research associate in the Department of Radiology at Johns Hopkins University, where he has worked since 2014. He received his Ph.D. in Medical Biophysics from the University of Toronto in 2014. His research focuses on using focused ultrasound for medical therapy applications. He has authored and co-authored several publications in the field and has presented his work at numerous conferences.
This curriculum vitae summarizes Daniel Lee Starnes' education and professional experience. He received a PhD in Integrated Plant and Soil Science from the University of Kentucky, where he currently works as a professor. His research focuses on the environmental effects of nanoparticles. He has published several papers on this topic and presented his work at numerous international conferences.
The document summarizes research conducted by Timothy Mousseau and Anders Møller on the impacts of radiation exposure from Chernobyl on natural populations. Their Chernobyl Research Initiative has studied birds, insects, microbes and plants near Chernobyl since 2000. It lists 48 scientific publications produced by the initiative investigating topics like mutation rates, population declines, sperm quality, DNA damage and more. The research aims to document adaptation and the impacts of elevated mutation rates on populations.
This document describes a new technique for wide-field background-free fluorescence imaging in vivo using magnetic modulation of fluorescent nanodiamond emission. Fluorescent nanodiamonds are promising probes for in vivo imaging but are limited by autofluorescence. The technique uses a rotating magnetic field to selectively modulate nanodiamond fluorescence, which is then detected using phase-sensitive lock-in detection to improve signal-to-background ratio up to 100-fold. This overcomes autofluorescence and improves nanodiamond imaging capabilities for in vivo applications.
The document discusses infrared spectroscopy and its importance in drug analysis. It covers the following key points in 3 sentences:
1) Infrared spectroscopy analyzes the interaction of electromagnetic radiation with matter and is useful for identifying functional groups and determining drug structure. 2) The technique is based on measuring the vibrational and rotational energies of molecules which causes absorption of specific infrared wavelengths. 3) Infrared spectroscopy has various applications in pharmacy, biotechnology and genetic engineering by allowing identification, quantification and study of interactions of drug molecules.
This curriculum vitae summarizes the educational and professional background of Il Seung Youn. It lists that he received his Ph.D. in Chemistry from Pohang University of Science and Technology in 2016 and received his B.S. in Chemistry from Inha University in 2010. His research interests include computational/theoretical chemistry and density functional theory. It also includes a list of 13 publications with Kim as a frequent co-author related to computational studies of molecular interactions.
This resume summarizes the educational and professional experience of Dr. SHRAWAN KUMAR GUPTA. He has a PhD in Zoology and over 30 years of experience in areas like cell biology, cytogenetics, vermitechnology, toxicology, and biotechnology. Some of his key accomplishments include establishing the Cytokinesis-Block Micronucleus Assay technique in human lymphocytes in India and publishing over 50 papers on topics like evaluating the genotoxicity of pollutants using various bioassays and studying their effects on earthworms, plant cells, and bone marrow cells.
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This document describes a study that optimized two-photon imaging of living neurons in brain tissue by temporally gating the incident laser to reduce photon flux while maximizing fluorescence signal. The study found that gating the laser at the sampling frequency compromised cell viability despite high fluorescence. An optimum gating frequency range was identified that maintained cell viability while preserving fluorescence levels in two-photon images. Cell viability was monitored by measuring changes in membrane input resistance during whole-cell patch recording of neurons.
This curriculum vitae summarizes the education and professional experience of Preston T. Snee. He received his PhD in Physical Chemistry from UC Berkeley in 2002 and is currently an Associate Professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago. His research focuses on creating functional semiconductor quantum dots and he has supervised many graduate and undergraduate students. He has over 60 publications in peer-reviewed journals related to quantum dot synthesis and applications.
This document lists 17 publications and 9 presentations by I. A. Mudunkotuwa related to interactions between engineered nanoparticles and environmental or biological media. The publications cover topics such as adsorption of amino acids, proteins, and humic acid on nanoparticles; effects of pH and ions on nanoparticle dissolution; and implications of nanoparticle aging. The presentations were given at conferences between 2011-2015 on similar topics regarding nanoparticle surface speciation and interactions in aqueous environments.
Oliver Burns is a recent geology graduate from Appalachian State University with experience in paleoenvironmental reconstruction, sample preparation, and analytical techniques such as X-ray diffraction and scanning electron microscopy. He has worked on projects in Kenya and the United Kingdom reconstructing early Miocene environments and dating landslide hazards. At Appalachian State, his research included exploring primate evolution in Kenya and the effects of anthropogenic impacts in a Tennessee cave. He received awards for his undergraduate research and is skilled in field work, laboratory analysis, and GIS mapping.
This document provides a curriculum vitae for Rachel E. Sipler, who is an Assistant Research Scientist at the Virginia Institute of Marine Science. Her research focuses on how physical and chemical changes impact microbial communities and food webs. She has over 10 years of experience in marine science research and has received grants from the National Science Foundation and other organizations to support her work studying nitrogen cycling in the Arctic and effects of wastewater on coastal ecosystems.
This document summarizes a study that used anionic photoelectron spectroscopy to investigate the electronic structures of six [MoOS4]- complexes. The study revealed new information about how the energy separations between the highest occupied molecular orbitals depend on ligand types and dihedral angles. It also showed that the threshold photoelectron feature observed in all six complexes is due to detaching an unpaired electron that is mainly of Mo 4d character, consistent with previous theoretical calculations. The results provide insights into the electronic structures and chemical bonding of these molybdenum-containing complexes.
1. Watson Brake is an 11-mound site in Louisiana dated to over 5000 years before present, making it the earliest known mound complex with earthen enclosures in North America.
2. Radiometric, luminescence, artifactual, geomorphic, and pedogenic data provide evidence for the antiquity of the site.
3. The site was likely occupied by hunter-gatherers who seasonally exploited aquatic resources and collected plant species that later became domesticated in eastern North America.
This document summarizes research on the impacts of radiation from the Chernobyl disaster on wildlife. It describes the Chernobyl Research Initiative started in 2000 by Timothy Mousseau and Anders Møller to study natural populations of birds, insects, microbes and plants near Chernobyl. It lists 39 scientific publications by the initiative studying topics like mutation rates, DNA methylation, sperm morphology, and population declines of various species. The research aims to document long-term adaptation and impacts of elevated radiation on population processes in the Chernobyl region.
Brian S. Freer has authored or co-authored over 50 publications including papers, conference presentations, and patents related to ion implantation technology. His publications span from 1990 to present and cover topics such as ion implantation processes, beam characterization, and system design improvements. He has contributed significantly to advancing ion implantation technology through his extensive research and development work.
This document provides a biography and curriculum vitae for Dr. Jameel Ahmed Baig. It summarizes his education, including obtaining a PhD in Environmental Analytical Chemistry. It lists his experience as a research fellow, associate, and assistant professor. It also outlines his research focus on environmental pollution studies and remediation of toxic elements from water. It notes he has published over 110 publications in national and international journals with an impact factor over 280 and citations of 2300.
The document reports on a study investigating the role of the p38 mitogen-activated protein kinase p38γ in Alzheimer's disease (AD) pathogenesis. The study found that depletion of p38γ exacerbated neuronal excitotoxicity, cognitive deficits, neuronal circuit abnormalities, and premature mortality in an AD mouse model overexpressing amyloid-β (Aβ). In contrast, increasing p38γ activity abolished these Aβ-induced deficits. Furthermore, mimicking site-specific tau phosphorylation by p38γ alleviated Aβ-induced neuronal death and excitotoxicity. The findings suggest p38γ phosphorylation of tau at specific sites inhibits Aβ toxicity in early AD, challenging the view that tau phosphorylation is purely pathogenic.
Minoo Pourhassan Shamchi's resume summarizes her educational and professional background. She holds a Ph.D in Biotechnology from Hacettepe University in Turkey, and has experience teaching at universities in Iran. Her research focuses on water treatment using algae, including the removal of dyes, pesticides, and herbicides. She has published numerous papers in international journals and presented her work at scientific conferences.
This document is a resume for Francisco J. Pedraza III, who is pursuing a PhD in Physics from the University of Texas at San Antonio with an expected graduation date of May 2017. His dissertation focuses on the synthesis and application of biocompatible multifunctional nanoparticles in medical diagnostics and therapy. He has extensive experience in nanoparticle synthesis and characterization techniques. Pedraza also has a strong record of research, publications, presentations, leadership, teaching, and community service.
Ionomics is the measurement of elemental composition of an organism using high-throughput profiling. It helps determine functional status and analyze gene networks. Ionomics studies how plants take up mineral nutrients and can be applied to fields like detecting heavy metals, cancer research, and long-term fertilizer treatments. Bioinformatics tools like the Purdue Ionomics Information Management System provide data management and analysis for the large datasets generated. Future prospects include using ionomics to manipulate nutrient accumulation and identify gene interactions regulating mineral nutrition.
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Frank Inscore has over 15 years of experience as a senior research scientist and analytical spectroscopist with expertise in spectroscopy, characterization, analysis, and chemistry. He has managed research projects and labs, published scientific papers, and led teams developing new materials and products. Currently he works as an independent consultant on various contracts involving nanomaterials.
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Dr. Frank E. Inscore is a research and development professional with over 15 years of experience in chemistry, materials science, spectroscopy, and leadership of small start-up companies developing new technologies. His background includes a PhD in chemistry from the University of Arizona and postdoctoral research at the University of New Mexico, where he used techniques like X-ray absorption spectroscopy, magnetic circular dichroism, electronic absorption spectroscopy, and resonance Raman spectroscopy to study the structural and functional role of pyranopterin cofactors in molybdenum and tungsten enzymes. He has since worked in industrial research developing portable chemical analyzers and sensors using surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy to identify chemicals and pathogens.
This curriculum vitae summarizes Daniel Lee Starnes' education and professional experience. He received a PhD in Integrated Plant and Soil Science from the University of Kentucky, where he currently works as a professor. His research focuses on the environmental effects of nanoparticles. He has published several papers on this topic and presented his work at numerous international conferences.
The document summarizes research conducted by Timothy Mousseau and Anders Møller on the impacts of radiation exposure from Chernobyl on natural populations. Their Chernobyl Research Initiative has studied birds, insects, microbes and plants near Chernobyl since 2000. It lists 48 scientific publications produced by the initiative investigating topics like mutation rates, population declines, sperm quality, DNA damage and more. The research aims to document adaptation and the impacts of elevated mutation rates on populations.
This document describes a new technique for wide-field background-free fluorescence imaging in vivo using magnetic modulation of fluorescent nanodiamond emission. Fluorescent nanodiamonds are promising probes for in vivo imaging but are limited by autofluorescence. The technique uses a rotating magnetic field to selectively modulate nanodiamond fluorescence, which is then detected using phase-sensitive lock-in detection to improve signal-to-background ratio up to 100-fold. This overcomes autofluorescence and improves nanodiamond imaging capabilities for in vivo applications.
The document discusses infrared spectroscopy and its importance in drug analysis. It covers the following key points in 3 sentences:
1) Infrared spectroscopy analyzes the interaction of electromagnetic radiation with matter and is useful for identifying functional groups and determining drug structure. 2) The technique is based on measuring the vibrational and rotational energies of molecules which causes absorption of specific infrared wavelengths. 3) Infrared spectroscopy has various applications in pharmacy, biotechnology and genetic engineering by allowing identification, quantification and study of interactions of drug molecules.
This curriculum vitae summarizes the educational and professional background of Il Seung Youn. It lists that he received his Ph.D. in Chemistry from Pohang University of Science and Technology in 2016 and received his B.S. in Chemistry from Inha University in 2010. His research interests include computational/theoretical chemistry and density functional theory. It also includes a list of 13 publications with Kim as a frequent co-author related to computational studies of molecular interactions.
This resume summarizes the educational and professional experience of Dr. SHRAWAN KUMAR GUPTA. He has a PhD in Zoology and over 30 years of experience in areas like cell biology, cytogenetics, vermitechnology, toxicology, and biotechnology. Some of his key accomplishments include establishing the Cytokinesis-Block Micronucleus Assay technique in human lymphocytes in India and publishing over 50 papers on topics like evaluating the genotoxicity of pollutants using various bioassays and studying their effects on earthworms, plant cells, and bone marrow cells.
Improved two-photon imaging of living neurons in brain tissue through tempora...julian choy
This document describes a study that optimized two-photon imaging of living neurons in brain tissue by temporally gating the incident laser to reduce photon flux while maximizing fluorescence signal. The study found that gating the laser at the sampling frequency compromised cell viability despite high fluorescence. An optimum gating frequency range was identified that maintained cell viability while preserving fluorescence levels in two-photon images. Cell viability was monitored by measuring changes in membrane input resistance during whole-cell patch recording of neurons.
This curriculum vitae summarizes the education and professional experience of Preston T. Snee. He received his PhD in Physical Chemistry from UC Berkeley in 2002 and is currently an Associate Professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago. His research focuses on creating functional semiconductor quantum dots and he has supervised many graduate and undergraduate students. He has over 60 publications in peer-reviewed journals related to quantum dot synthesis and applications.
This document lists 17 publications and 9 presentations by I. A. Mudunkotuwa related to interactions between engineered nanoparticles and environmental or biological media. The publications cover topics such as adsorption of amino acids, proteins, and humic acid on nanoparticles; effects of pH and ions on nanoparticle dissolution; and implications of nanoparticle aging. The presentations were given at conferences between 2011-2015 on similar topics regarding nanoparticle surface speciation and interactions in aqueous environments.
Oliver Burns is a recent geology graduate from Appalachian State University with experience in paleoenvironmental reconstruction, sample preparation, and analytical techniques such as X-ray diffraction and scanning electron microscopy. He has worked on projects in Kenya and the United Kingdom reconstructing early Miocene environments and dating landslide hazards. At Appalachian State, his research included exploring primate evolution in Kenya and the effects of anthropogenic impacts in a Tennessee cave. He received awards for his undergraduate research and is skilled in field work, laboratory analysis, and GIS mapping.
This document provides a curriculum vitae for Rachel E. Sipler, who is an Assistant Research Scientist at the Virginia Institute of Marine Science. Her research focuses on how physical and chemical changes impact microbial communities and food webs. She has over 10 years of experience in marine science research and has received grants from the National Science Foundation and other organizations to support her work studying nitrogen cycling in the Arctic and effects of wastewater on coastal ecosystems.
This document summarizes a study that used anionic photoelectron spectroscopy to investigate the electronic structures of six [MoOS4]- complexes. The study revealed new information about how the energy separations between the highest occupied molecular orbitals depend on ligand types and dihedral angles. It also showed that the threshold photoelectron feature observed in all six complexes is due to detaching an unpaired electron that is mainly of Mo 4d character, consistent with previous theoretical calculations. The results provide insights into the electronic structures and chemical bonding of these molybdenum-containing complexes.
1. Watson Brake is an 11-mound site in Louisiana dated to over 5000 years before present, making it the earliest known mound complex with earthen enclosures in North America.
2. Radiometric, luminescence, artifactual, geomorphic, and pedogenic data provide evidence for the antiquity of the site.
3. The site was likely occupied by hunter-gatherers who seasonally exploited aquatic resources and collected plant species that later became domesticated in eastern North America.
This document summarizes research on the impacts of radiation from the Chernobyl disaster on wildlife. It describes the Chernobyl Research Initiative started in 2000 by Timothy Mousseau and Anders Møller to study natural populations of birds, insects, microbes and plants near Chernobyl. It lists 39 scientific publications by the initiative studying topics like mutation rates, DNA methylation, sperm morphology, and population declines of various species. The research aims to document long-term adaptation and impacts of elevated radiation on population processes in the Chernobyl region.
Brian S. Freer has authored or co-authored over 50 publications including papers, conference presentations, and patents related to ion implantation technology. His publications span from 1990 to present and cover topics such as ion implantation processes, beam characterization, and system design improvements. He has contributed significantly to advancing ion implantation technology through his extensive research and development work.
This document provides a biography and curriculum vitae for Dr. Jameel Ahmed Baig. It summarizes his education, including obtaining a PhD in Environmental Analytical Chemistry. It lists his experience as a research fellow, associate, and assistant professor. It also outlines his research focus on environmental pollution studies and remediation of toxic elements from water. It notes he has published over 110 publications in national and international journals with an impact factor over 280 and citations of 2300.
The document reports on a study investigating the role of the p38 mitogen-activated protein kinase p38γ in Alzheimer's disease (AD) pathogenesis. The study found that depletion of p38γ exacerbated neuronal excitotoxicity, cognitive deficits, neuronal circuit abnormalities, and premature mortality in an AD mouse model overexpressing amyloid-β (Aβ). In contrast, increasing p38γ activity abolished these Aβ-induced deficits. Furthermore, mimicking site-specific tau phosphorylation by p38γ alleviated Aβ-induced neuronal death and excitotoxicity. The findings suggest p38γ phosphorylation of tau at specific sites inhibits Aβ toxicity in early AD, challenging the view that tau phosphorylation is purely pathogenic.
Minoo Pourhassan Shamchi's resume summarizes her educational and professional background. She holds a Ph.D in Biotechnology from Hacettepe University in Turkey, and has experience teaching at universities in Iran. Her research focuses on water treatment using algae, including the removal of dyes, pesticides, and herbicides. She has published numerous papers in international journals and presented her work at scientific conferences.
This document is a resume for Francisco J. Pedraza III, who is pursuing a PhD in Physics from the University of Texas at San Antonio with an expected graduation date of May 2017. His dissertation focuses on the synthesis and application of biocompatible multifunctional nanoparticles in medical diagnostics and therapy. He has extensive experience in nanoparticle synthesis and characterization techniques. Pedraza also has a strong record of research, publications, presentations, leadership, teaching, and community service.
Ionomics is the measurement of elemental composition of an organism using high-throughput profiling. It helps determine functional status and analyze gene networks. Ionomics studies how plants take up mineral nutrients and can be applied to fields like detecting heavy metals, cancer research, and long-term fertilizer treatments. Bioinformatics tools like the Purdue Ionomics Information Management System provide data management and analysis for the large datasets generated. Future prospects include using ionomics to manipulate nutrient accumulation and identify gene interactions regulating mineral nutrition.
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Frank Inscore has over 15 years of experience as a senior research scientist and analytical spectroscopist with expertise in spectroscopy, characterization, analysis, and chemistry. He has managed research projects and labs, published scientific papers, and led teams developing new materials and products. Currently he works as an independent consultant on various contracts involving nanomaterials.
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Dr. Frank E. Inscore is a research and development professional with over 15 years of experience in chemistry, materials science, spectroscopy, and leadership of small start-up companies developing new technologies. His background includes a PhD in chemistry from the University of Arizona and postdoctoral research at the University of New Mexico, where he used techniques like X-ray absorption spectroscopy, magnetic circular dichroism, electronic absorption spectroscopy, and resonance Raman spectroscopy to study the structural and functional role of pyranopterin cofactors in molybdenum and tungsten enzymes. He has since worked in industrial research developing portable chemical analyzers and sensors using surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy to identify chemicals and pathogens.
This document is a resume for Frank E. Inscore, who has over 10 years of experience as a senior chemist and R&D professional. He has expertise in analytical chemistry, organic synthesis, nanomaterials development, and laboratory management. Currently he works as an independent consultant providing analytical method development and validation services, with a focus on spectroscopy and nanocomposite materials.
Frank E. Inscore has over 15 years of experience as a senior scientist specializing in spectroscopy, chemometrics, and analytics. He holds a PhD in Physical Chemistry and Inorganic Chemistry with a focus on spectroscopy. His experience includes developing Raman and IR spectroscopy methods and multivariate models for applications in pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals, and forensics. Currently he works as an independent consultant providing technical expertise and problem solving for clients in various industries.
Frank E. Inscore is a senior R&D manager with over 10 years of experience leading teams of scientists in analytical chemistry. He has a PhD in physical inorganic chemistry and has successfully managed multiple projects, bringing in over $18 million in revenue. He is seeking a position as a technical program manager where he can utilize his skills in project management, team leadership, and driving innovation.
Frank Inscore has over 15 years of experience in R&D management, business development, and technical leadership. He has a PhD in Chemistry and has held positions as Director of R&D and Chief Scientist. He specializes in analytical spectroscopy, nanotechnology, and sensor development. His expertise lies in developing new products, managing cross-functional teams, and generating revenue through strategic partnerships and sales.
The goal of this project is to develop an analyzer that can detect key chemicals in urine samples to monitor astronaut health aboard the International Space Station. During Phase I, the feasibility of using surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) with a sol-gel material was demonstrated by extracting and detecting biomarkers from urine at physiological concentrations. Phase II achievements included detecting over 50 biochemicals from urine using SERS-active capillaries, and developing microfluidic chips that separated and detected two biomarkers from a real urine sample. The final design proposes integrating the analyzer into the space station toilets to automatically extract, measure, and analyze urine samples daily from each astronaut.
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2) Two SERS substrates are tested: electrochemically roughened silver foils and silver- or gold-doped sol-gels. Samples of various chemical agents are prepared and their SERS spectra are collected and analyzed.
3) For sulfur mustard (HD) detected with both substrates, broad peaks are observed around 600-800 cm-1 assigned to C-S and C-Cl stretching modes, along with additional peaks around 1000-1300 cm-1 assigned to C-C stretching and CH2 bending modes. Peak shifts are consistent
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1) The document presents surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) as a potential technique for rapid identification of chemical warfare agents and related compounds.
2) Preliminary SERS measurements are shown for the nerve agent simulant dimethyl methylphosphonate and the mustard gas simulant 2-chloroethyl ethyl sulfide, demonstrating molecular fingerprinting capabilities.
3) SERS is also applied to measurement of chemical agent hydrolysis products such as pinacolyl methylphosphonate and methylphosphonic acid, showing its ability to analyze breakdown components.
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The document discusses using surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) to detect hydrolysis products of chemical warfare agents. SERS was able to selectively enhance the Raman signal of hydrolysis products of G-series nerve agents including isopropyl methylphosphonic acid (IMPA), pinacolyl methylphosphonic acid (PMPA), and cyclohexyl methylphosphonic acid (CMPA). SERS spectra of the hydrolysis products showed characteristic peaks that could be used to distinguish between the different degradation products, even at low part-per-billion concentrations. The ability to detect and identify hydrolysis products has applications in verifying the destruction of chemical agents and establishing the timing of potential attacks.
This document provides a Phase II final report for an EPA SBIR project to develop a multiplexed chemical sensor for water security. The goals of Phase II were to fully develop a surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS)-based analyzer to detect poisons in water at concentrations of 10 μg/L or lower in 10 minutes. Key accomplishments included optimizing the SERS sensor chemistry and automated sampling system to achieve detection of 20 target chemicals below 10 μg/L, developing software to identify chemicals in a spectral library, and testing the system on spiked reservoir water samples. While some milestones were not met due to delays and need for further optimization, the research demonstrated the ability to detect chemical agents and related compounds to support water security applications
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This document describes a method for rapidly detecting drugs of abuse in saliva using surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS). SERS can detect drugs at concentrations as low as 10-8 M (parts per billion) and identify them from their unique Raman spectra within 10 minutes. The method was tested on over 35 drugs and found to accurately detect and identify drugs spiked into saliva samples at 50 parts per billion or above. If developed into a portable device, it could provide a fast, non-invasive way to screen for drug impairment in situations like roadside stops or emergency rooms.
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1) Researchers developed a surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) assay to detect Bacillus anthracis spores.
2) The assay uses peptide-functionalized silver nanoparticles immobilized in a sol-gel matrix to selectively capture B. anthracis spores.
3) The assay can detect as few as 10 B. anthracis spores in 12 minutes with no false positives or negatives, meeting Army requirements for detection of bioagents.
This document describes a study investigating the effects of metal-dithiolate fold angles in model compounds mimicking active sites in molybdenum and tungsten enzymes. Three compounds with different metal electronic configurations were analyzed using gas-phase photoelectron spectroscopy and density functional theory: (1) (Tp*)MoO(bdt), a d1 system, (2) Cp2Mo(bdt), a d2 system, and (3) Cp2Ti(bdt), a d0 system. The results provide insight into metal-dithiolate interactions and electron transfer reactions in molybdenum enzyme active sites.
The document discusses using surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) to detect contaminants and adulterants in food and liquid samples. It provides examples of detecting pesticides at low ppm levels in orange juice and detecting melamine at low ppb levels in baby formula. The technique offers high sensitivity, specificity and rapid analysis times compared to traditional methods. The document promotes a SERS-based trace chemical analyzer product for field analysis of foods, liquids and surfaces.
The document describes a portable fuel analyzer that uses Raman spectroscopy to analyze fuel properties in 3 minutes with no sample preparation. It can identify fuels, contaminants, and adulterants. Validation testing found it provided accurate and repeatable results compared to standard ASTM tests, and was easy to use. The analyzer could help the military by analyzing local fuels in Afghanistan to ensure they meet requirements before use, reducing risks to fuel convoys.
Rta Eas & Pittcon 2010 Sers Featured Talksinscore
RTA SERS develops SERS-active substrates and devices for chemical analysis applications. Their team includes researchers developing new substrate materials and applications in food/water safety and healthcare. Key challenges addressed include detecting parts-per-billion levels of chemicals in water and food, rapidly identifying drug overdoses from saliva, and non-invasively monitoring drug metabolite levels to optimize chemotherapy dosing. Their SERS substrates and portable devices aim to provide sensitive, specific, and rapid chemical analysis to enable real-time decision making.
Summary Of Post Doc Synthetic Procedures 2003inscore
This report summarizes the postdoctoral research of Dr. Frank E. Inscore from May 2000 to December 2002 in the Enemark Research Group at the University of Arizona. It focuses on four major systems studied: 1) Tp*ME(S-S) complexes where M=Mo, W and E=O, S, NO; 2) [MoO(S-S)2]- complexes; 3) Tp*MoO2SR complexes; and 4) Cp2M(S-S) complexes where M=Mo, W. The report describes key synthetic aspects and methodologies developed for synthesizing and characterizing over 60 transition metal dithiolate and thiolate complexes
Here are the key points from the solid-state excitation profile experiments:
- Resonance Raman spectra were collected at different excitation wavelengths to observe changes in vibrational intensities
- A large differential enhancement of the Mo=O vibrational band was observed, indicating it is strongly coupled to the electronic transition
- The intensity of the Mo=O band changes dramatically with excitation wavelength while the other bands remain relatively constant
- This shows that the Mo=O mode is selectively enhanced through resonance with an electronic transition, providing information about Mo=O bonding
- By varying the excitation energy, specific vibrational modes coupled to electronic transitions can be selectively probed to derive structure-
This document summarizes the synthesis and characterization of the oxomolybdenum mono-ene-1,2-dithiolate complex (Tp*)MoO(bdtCl2) (3). X-ray crystallography showed compound 3 crystallizes in the monoclinic space group P21/c, with a distorted octahedral coordination geometry around the Mo atom. IR, EPR, and electronic absorption spectroscopy indicate the chlorine substituents do not significantly perturb the electronic structure of the Mo(V) center, but solution redox potentials and gas-phase ionization energies are sensitive to remote substituent effects. The coordination environment of 3 is similar to the related complex (Tp*)MoO(
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REPRESENTATIVE PUBLICATIONS (out of 41, while at or for RTA)
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S. Farquharson, C. Shende, W. Smith, H. Huang, F. Inscore, A. Sengupta, J. Sperry, T. Sickler, A. Prugh, J. Guicheteau
“Selective detection of 1000 B. anthracis spores in 15min using peptide functionalized SERS assay” Analyst, 139, 6366, 2014
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S. Farquharson, C. Shende, A. Gift, F. Inscore “Detection of Bacillus spores by surface-enhanced and Raman spectroscopy”
In Bioterrorism, Stephen S. Morse, Ed., ISBN 978-953-307-636-2, 2012
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Atanu Sengupta, Chetan Shende, Stuart Farquharson, and Frank Inscore, “Detection of Bacillus anthracis-Sterne Spores
using peptide functionalized SERS-active substrates” International Journal of Spectroscopy, August 2012
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Sengupta, A., C. Shende, H. Huang, S. Farquharson, F. Inscore “Rapid analysis of food borne pathogens by SERS; Listeria
monocytogenes, Salmonella enterica and E. coli OH157” Proc. SPIE, 8369-19, 2012
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Huang, H., C. Shende, A. Sengupta, F. Inscore, S. Farquharson “Evaluation of SERS substrates for chemical agent
detection” Proc. SPIE, 8373-22, 2012
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Hermes Huang, Chetan Shende, Atanu Sengupta, Frank Inscore, Carl Brouillette, Wayne Smith and Stuart Farquharson
“SERS/Raman of Melamine /Other Chemicals Using 1550 nm (Retina-Safe) Laser” J. Raman Spectroscopy, 43, 01-705, 2012
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Inscore, F., Shende, C., Sengupta, A., Huang, H., and Farquharson, S. “Detection of drugs of abuse in saliva by surface-
enhanced Raman spectroscopy” Applied Spectroscopy, 65, 1004-1008, 2011
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Farquharson, S., Shende, C., Sengupta, A., Huang, H., and Inscore, F. “Rapid detection and identification of overdose drugs
in saliva by Surface-enhanced Raman scattering using fused gold colloids” Pharmaceutics, 3, 425-439, 2011
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Inscore, F., Shende, C., Farquharson, S. “Astronaut health monitoring and urine analysis” NASA Medical tech briefs, 2010
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Drapcho, D., Zlatkin, I., Inscore, F., Shende, C., Sengupta, A., Huang, H., Farquharson, S. “High throughput trace analysis
using SERS-coated microtiter plates with a Raman plate reader” Spectroscopy (Special issue), 42-50, June 2010
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Shende, C., Inscore, F., Sengupta, A., Stuart, J., and Farquharson, S. “Extraction and detection of part-per-billion
Chlorpyrifos-methyl in orange juice in 12 minutes” Sensing and Instrumentation for Food Quality and Safety, 4, 101-107, 2010
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Shende, C., Inscore, F., Sengupta, A., Farquharson, S. “Surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy: Theory and application to
the analysis of Chlorpyrifos in orange juice” Applications of Vibrational Spectroscopy in Food Science, Eds. ECY Li-Chan, PR
Griffiths, JM Chalmers, John Wiley & Sons, West Sussex, UK, V1, 195-209, 2010
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Farquharson, S., Gift, A., Shende, C., Inscore, F., Ordway, B., Farquharson, C., Murren, J. “Spectral measurements of 5-
fluorouracil in saliva” Molecules, 13, 2608-2627, 2008
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Farquharson, S., Inscore, F. “SERS-based analyzer for point and continuous water monitoring of chemical agents and their
hydrolysis products” International Journal of High Speed Electronics and Systems, 101-111, 2007
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Inscore, F., Shende, C., Maksymiuk, P., Farquharson, S. “Astronaut health monitoring” Proc. SPIE, 2006
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Farquharson, S., Shende, C., Maksymiuk, P., Inscore, F. “Real-time control of small-scale reactor by Raman spectroscopy
(a NeSSI application)” Proc. SPIE, 6371, 2006
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Inscore, F., Farquharson, S., Smith, W. “Determination of jet and diesel fuel properties by chemometrics using a portable
Raman analyzer” Proc. SPIE, 6371, 2006
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S. Farquharson, F. Inscore, S. Christesen “Detecting chemical agents and their hydrolysis products in water” In K. Kneipp,
M. Moskovits, H. Kneipp, Eds. Surface-Enhanced Raman Scattering - Physics and Applications (Springer-Verlag, Berlin) 2006
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Inscore, F., Shende, C., Maksymiuk, P., Farquharson, S. “Ten-minute analysis of drugs and metabolites in saliva by
surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy” Proc. SPIE, 6007, 2005
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Farquharson, S., Smith, W., Brouillette, C., Inscore, F. “Detecting Bacillus spores by Raman and surface-enhanced Raman
spectroscopy” Spectroscopy, June supplement, 8-15, 2005
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Farquharson, S., Gift, A., Maksymiuk, P., Inscore, F. “Surface-enhanced Raman spectra of VX and its hydrolysis products
by surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy” Applied Spectroscopy, 59, 654-660, 2005
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Farquharson, S., Gift, A., Maksymiuk, P., Inscore, F. “Rapid dipicolinic acid extraction from Bacillus spores detected by
surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy” Applied Spectroscopy, 58, 351- 354, 2004
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Farquharson, S., Gift, A., Maksymiuk, P., Inscore, F. “The pH dependence of methylphosphonic acid, dipicolinic acid, and
cyanide by surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy” Proc. SPIE, 5269, 117-125, 2003
REPRESENTATIVE TECHNICAL REPORTS (examples containing new papers submitted to federal govt. agencies for RTA)
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Inscore, F., Farquharson, S. “SERS assay for Bacillus anthracis spores, Yersinia pestis & Francisella tularemia bacteria,
Clostridium botulinum toxin A, and other bioagents (e.g. H1N1 virus, TB, SEB, SA, ECOH157, ST)” DARPA D21054 final 2013
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Inscore, F., Farquharson, S. “Multiplexed chemical sensor for water security, NeSSI application” EPA EPD06084 2010/ 2009
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Inscore, F., Farquharson, S. “Surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopic characterization of chemical warfare agent vesicant
HD and related mono-sulfides” in U.S. Army DAAD13-02-C-0015, Joint Service Agent Water Monitor program final report 2006
REPRESENTATIVE PRESENTATIONS as INVITED SPEAKER (gave 50 talks for RTA, supported additional 50+ since 2003)
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PITTCON 2013, Homeland security, analysis of drugs, explosives & chemical warfare agents; “B. anthracis spores, Y. pestis
bacteria and C. botulinum A toxin detection by a field usable SERS assay”, F. Inscore, C. Shende, H. Huang, S. Farquharson
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PITTCON 2012, Application of surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy to real-world problems, arranged by S. Farquharson,
“Detection of single-digit Bacillus anthracis spores in 15 minutes by SERS”, Frank Inscore, H. Huang, S. Farquharson
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EAS 2011, Surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy; application to real-world trace chemical & biological analysis, organized
by Coblentz Society; “Drugs in Saliva”, Frank Inscore
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SPIE 2006 “Determination of jet diesel fuel properties by chemometrics using portable Raman analyzer” F. Inscore W. Smith
2. (feinscore@gmail.com – support appendix to resume, papers technical reports presentations patents projects dissertation pg.6)
REPRESENTATIVE PUBLICATIONS out of 9, ABSTRACTS out of 8, (as Post-doc / Graduate Student for or at UAZ / UNM)
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Inscore, F., Knottenbelt, S., Rubie, N., Joshi, H., Kirk, M., Enemark, J., “Understanding the origin of metal-sulfur vibrations in
an oxo molybdenum dithiolene complex: relevance to sulfite oxidase”, Inorg. Chem., 45, 967, 2006
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Joshi, H.K., Cooney, J.J.A., Inscore, F.E., Gruhn, N.E., Lichtenberger, D.L., Enemark, J.H. “Investigation of metal-dithiolate
fold angle effects: Implications for molybdenum and tungsten Enzymes”, Proc. Nat. Acad. Sci., 100, 3719-3724, 2003
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Wang, X.B., Inscore, F.E., Yang, X., Cooney, J.J.A., Enemark, J.H., Wang, L.S., “Probing the electronic structure [MoOS4]-
centers using anionic photoelectron spectroscopy”, J. Am. Chem. Soc., 124, 10182, 2002
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Inscore, F.E., Joshi, H., McElhaney, A., Enemark, J.H., “Remote ligand substituent effects on the properties of Oxo-Mo(V)
centers with a single ene-1,2-dithiolate ligand”, Inorg. Chim. Acta., 331, 246-256 (invited paper special issue Geof Sykes) 2002
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Hemant Joshi, Frank E. Inscore, Julien Schirlin, Ish Dhawan, Michael Carducci, Tonja Bill, John Enemark, “Six-coordinate
molybdenum nitrosyls with a single ene-1,2-dithiolate ligand”, Inorg. Chim. Acta., 337, 275-286 (invited paper Wieghardt) 2002
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McElhaney, A.E., Inscore, F.E., Schirlin, J.T., Enemark, J.H., “Electron transfer studies of dithiolate complexes: effects of
ligand variation and metal substitution”, Inorg. Chim. Acta., 341, 85-90 (invited paper Kenneth Raymond) 2002
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Inscore, F., Hill, J., Young, C., Enemark, J., Kirk, M. “Electronic structure contributions to reduction potentials and oxygen
atom transfer reactivity in oxo-Mo and oxo-W dithiolates: Insight into tungsten and molybdenum pyranopterin enzymatic
reactivity differences”, Abstract - Invited speaker / paper at Gordon Conference, Ventura, CA, 2001
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Inscore, F.E., McNaughton, R., Westcott, B.L., Helton, M., Jones, R., Dhawan, I.K., Enemark, J.H., Kirk, M.L. “Spectroscopic
evidence for a unique bonding interaction in oxo-molybdenum dithiolate complexes: Implications for sigma- electron-transfer
pathways in the pyranopterin dithiolene centers of enzymes”, Inorg. Chem., 38, 1401-1410, 1999
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Jones, R.M., Inscore, F.E., Hille, R., Kirk, M.L., “Freeze-quench magnetic circular dichroism spectroscopic study of the very
rapid intermediate in xanthine oxidase” Inorganic Chemistry, 38, 4963, 1999
PATENTS (at or for RTA)
“SERS method and apparatus for rapid extraction and analysis of drugs in saliva” U.S. Patent Number 7393691, July 2008
“SERS method rapid pharmacokinetic analysis drugs in saliva” U.S. Patent Number 7393692, July 2008
“Method effecting rapid release of signature chemical from bacterial endospores, and for Detection thereof” #7713914B2, 2010
“Method & apparatus for 2 step SERS Assays” (Dec 2011); +1 in progress (2013); +5 assists awarded to RTA (2003 - 2015)
REPRESENTATIVE PROGRAMS PROJECTS CONTRACTS COMPLETED (out of 50, hands-on directed / managed at RTA)
• Achieved on-site analysis of bulk/clinical/forensic drug samples by Raman & SERS (UK Home Office, NIH, NSF)
• Constructed Raman/NIR/SER databases to identify pharmaceuticals, counterfeit drugs & quantify API (UK, Infratrac, USPC)
• Rapid identification quantification of chemotherapy drugs, metabolites in saliva (Yale Medical School, NIH)
• Accomplished real-time urine analysis to monitor astronaut bone-loss and drug efficacy in space (NASA)
• Monitored drug synthesis in microreactors & process lines with NeSSI fluidic interface (Parker-Hannifin, NSF)
• Analyzed biofilms/bacteria, proprietary anti-tooth decay agents in oral cavity by Raman/SERS/chemometrics (Colgate)
• Introduced new microplate sensors, drug chemical explosive biological Raman & SERS-based detection platforms (DigiLab)
• Initiated feasibility study with sales of Raman & SERS analyzers for drugs, chemical agents, explosives (Swedish DoD)
• Rapid identification of blood, urine, saliva toxins / drugs & bacterial infections with SERS/LSS system (Harvard, NSF)
• Derived multivariate chemometric Raman/NIR methods for jet , diesel & gasoline fuel analysis (USMC, Navy, Army, DoD)
• Proposed & tested feedback controls to monitor biomass conversions; catalyst/enzyme; biofuels; by Raman (UConn, DOE)
• Evaluated IR, and performed Raman and SERS chemometric analysis for embryo viability assessment (Viagen, NSF)
• Tested and evaluated real-time anthrax & hoax material Raman detectors, spectral libraries, chemometrics (NSF, DoD)
• Developed label-free capture assay for category A B bioagents / clinical pathogens in air water food (DARPA NSF INESCO)
• Provided novel food analyzer & methods for measuring food-borne pathogens in on food matrices (Kraft Foods, NSF)
• Field-usable analyzer measuring pesticide residues, chemical agents, organic pollutants in food and water (USDA, EPA)
• Supervised lab-on-chip, microchip development to detect biochemical proof-of-life signatures from soil (JPL, NASA, ASTID)
• Developed chem-bio warfare agent sensors; capillaries, microplates, disks, slides, tubing, vials (ECBC, U.S. Army, URI)
• Benchmarked hand-held Raman analyzer for non-contact identification of chemicals, CAIS & hazardous agents (CBD)
• Performed Raman & SERS feasibility contracts (e.g. NY Museum of Art, Miami Medical School, RJ Reynolds, Monsanto)
PUBLISHED Ph.D. DISSERTATION (at UNM)
“Electronic Structure Studies of Mo- and W-dithiolate Complexes: Electronic Structure Contributions to Reactivity in
Pyranopterin Molybdenum and Tungsten Enzymes”, PhD / Doctor of Philosophy / Chemistry, conferred on May 5, 2000
Doctorate Defense Committee:
Prof. M. Kirk, (Mentor/Advisor) Dept. Chem.; Bio-Inorganic Chemistry UNM
Prof. M. Ondrias, (Bell Lab Fellow) Dept. Chem.; Physical Chemistry UNM & Sandia National Laboratories (SNL) NM
Prof. E. Walters, (Regent Chair) Dept. Chem.; Physical Chemistry UNM
Prof. G. Kynner, (Emeritus, Brown Chair) Dept. Math & Computer Programming for Engineers; Applied Mathematics UNM
Prof. M. Hampden-Smith, Dept. Chem.; Inorganic Chemistry UNM & National Institute of Materials and Surfaces NM
Prof. F. Allen, (Dept Chair), Dept. Chem.; Analytical and Physical Chemistry UNM, founder of Chromex (bought out by Kaiser)
Dr. P.J. Hay, Theoretical Division; Computational Chemistry Group, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) NM