Postdocs
Visiting Scholars
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4th Year Graduate Students
3rd Year Graduate Students
2nd Year Graduate Students
1st Year Graduate Students
Master’s Students
Undergraduate Students
Isabelle Samper – Postdoc
Email: isabelle.samper@colostate.edu
Previous Degrees:
Ph.D. Bioengineering, Imperial College London, UK
M.S., Engineering, Grenoble Institute of Technology, France
Research Project: My research focuses on developing a portable electrochemical capillary-flow assay for the detection of SARS-CoV-2 antigen and human antibody response in patient blood and saliva samples. The aim is to provide a point-of-care solution for the diagnosis of COVID-19.
Cody Carrell – Post-doc
Email: Cody.Carrell@colostate.edu
Previous Degrees: Ph.D. Chemistry, Colorado State University
B.A. Chemistry, Carthage College
Research Project: My research involves developing analytical tools to detect and quantify biological analytes for environmental and diagnostic applications. Specifically, I’m focused on designing paper-based devices that simplify testing for the end-user and improve access to high-quality diagnostics in resource-limited settings.
Winner of Innovation in Natural Sciences Award, CSU Demo Day, 2019
Vice President for Research (VPR) Fellow, 2018
Silver award for CSU Ventures Drivers of Innovation award, 2017
Graduate Teaching Assistantship Award for General Chemistry Labs, 2017
Group Publications:
“Sealing 3D-printed parts to poly(dimethylsiloxane) for simple fabrication of microfluidic devices” Carrell, C.D., McCord, C.P, Wydallis, R.M., Henry, C.S. Analytica Chimica Act, 2020, DOI: 10.1016/j.aca.2020.05.014
“USB powered microfluidic paper-based analytical devices” Schaumburg, F., Kler, P.A., Carrell, C.S., Berli, C.L.A., Henry, C.S. Electrophoresis, 2019, 0, 1-8.
“Rapid Bacteria Detection at Low Concentrations Using Sequential Immunomagnetic Separation and Paper-Based Isotachophoresis” Shaumburg, F., Carrell, C.S., Henry, C.S. Analytical Chemistry, 2019, 91, 9623-9630.
“Rotary manifold for automating a paper-based Salmonella immunoassay” Carrell, C.S., Wydallis, R.M., Bontha, M., Boehle, K.E., Beveridge, J.R., Giess, B.J., Henry, C.S. RSC Advances, 2019, 9, 29078-29086
“Paper-Based Enzyme Competition Assay for Detecting Falsified β-Lactam Antibiotics,” Boehle, K.E.; Carrell, C.S.; Caraway, J.; Henry, C.S. ACS Sens, 2018, 3, 1299-1307.
“Beyond the Lateral Flow Assay: A Review of Paper-based Microfluidics” Carrell, C.S., Kava, A., Nguyen, M.P., Menger, R.F, Munshi, Z., Call, Z., Nussbaum, M., Henry, C.S. Microelectronic Engineering, 2018, 206, 45-54.
Ishola Sunday – Visiting Scholar
Email: techjoyadisco@yahoo.com
Previous Degrees:
Post Graduate Diploma (M.S.), Chemistry, Federal University of Technology Akure, Nigeria
Research Project: Fabrication of paper-based analytical devices suitable for the detection of drug and pesticide residue in aqua-cultural products.
Yosita “Mai” Panraksa – Visiting Scholar
Email: aiiaoun@colostate.edu
Previous Degrees:
B.Sc. Medical Technology, Mahidol University, Nakhom Pathom, Thailand
Research Project: Development of lateral flow immunoassay for the detection of bacteria
Group Publications:
“A facile one-step gold nanoparticles enhancement based on sequential patterned lateral flow immunoassay device for C-reactive protein detection” Panraksa, Y., Apilux, A., Jampasa, S., Puthong, S., Henry, C.S., Rengpipat, S., Chailapakul, O. Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical, 2020, DOI: 10.1016/j.snb.2020.129241
Wisarut “Been” Khamchanroen – Visiting Scholar
Email: wisarut.khamcharoen@colostate.edu
Previous Degrees:
B.Sc. Chemistry, Srinakharinwirot University, Bangkok, Thailand
Research Project: Development of miniaturized electrochemical devices for the detection of important biomarkers.
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Sidhartha Jain – 5th Year Graduate Student
Email: sid.jain@colostate.edu
Previous Degrees and Experience: Louisiana Tech University, Biomedical Engineering B.S.
Drexel University, Biomedical Engineering M.S.
Diagnostics For All Inc., Product Engineer II
Janacare Solutions Pvt. Ltd., Scientist
Research Project: My research focuses on the development of rapid, low-cost technology for the measurement of aerosol oxidative activity.
International Presidential Fellow 2017/18
2019 Walter Scott College of Engineering Excellence in Research Top Scholar Award
Group Publications:
“Paper-based nuclease protection assay with on-chip sample pretreatment for point-of-need nucleic acid detection” Noviana, E., Jain, S., Hostetter, J., Geiss, B.J., Dandy, D.S., Henry, C.S. Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry, 2020, DOI: 10.1007/s00216-020-02569-w
Cynthia McCord – 5th Year Graduate Student
Email: Cynthia.Mccord@colostate.edu
Undergraduate Degree: University of West Florida, Chemistry B.S.
Research Project: My project focuses on the development of Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy sensors for biological applications.
Group Publications:
“Sealing 3D-printed parts to poly(dimethylsiloxane) for simple fabrication of microfluidic devices” Carrell, C.D., McCord, C.P, Wydallis, R.M., Henry, C.S. Analytica Chimica Act, 2020, DOI: 10.1016/j.aca.2020.05.014
“Electrochemical paper-based devices: sensing approaches and progress toward practical applications” Noviana, E. McCord, C.P., Clark, K.M., Jang, I., Henry, C.S. Lab on a Chip, 2020, 20, 9-34.
“Polycaprolactone-enabled sealing and carbon composite electrode integration into electrochemical microfluidics” Klunder, K.J, Clark, K.M., McCord, C., Berg, K.E., Minteer, S.D., Henry, C.S. Lab on a Chip, 2019, 19, 2589 – 2597.
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Zach Call – 4th Year Graduate Student
Email: Zach.Call@colostate.edu
Previous Degrees: Mount St. Mary’s University, Chemistry B.S.
Research Project: My research aims to create microfluidic paper-based devices for point-of-care diagnostics that are low-cost and user-friendly to improve global healthcare.
Group Publications:
“Beyond the Lateral Flow Assay: A Review of Paper-based Microfluidics” Carrell, C.S., Kava, A., Nguyen, M.P., Menger, R.F, Munshi, Z., Call, Z., Nussbaum, M., Henry, C.S. Microelectronic Engineering, 2018, 206, 45-54.
Kaylee Clark – 4th Year Graduate Student
Email: Kaylee.Marie.Clark@colostate.edu
Previous Degrees: Clemson University, Chemistry B.S.
Research Project: My research focuses on developing low-cost electrochemical devices for bioanalytical applications. I am currently working on the applications of thermoplastic graphite electrodes.
Graduate Student Council, Vice President of Finance, 2020-21
Vice President for Research (VPR) Fellow, 2019-20
CSGO Vice President, 2019-20
CSU Ventures Drivers of Innovation Platinum Award, 2019
Group Publications:
“Electrochemical paper-based devices: sensing approaches and progress toward practical applications” Noviana, E. McCord, C.P., Clark, K.M., Jang, I., Henry, C.S. Lab on a Chip, 2020, 20, 9-34.
“Polycaprolactone-enabled sealing and carbon composite electrode integration into electrochemical microfluidics” Klunder, K.J, Clark, K.M., McCord, C., Berg, K.E., Minteer, S.D., Henry, C.S. Lab on a Chip, 2019, 19, 2589 – 2597.
“High-throughput, semi-automated dithiothreitol (DTT) assays for oxidative potential of fine particular matter” Berg, K.E., Clark, K.M., Li, X., Carter, E.M., Volckens, J., Henry, C.S. Atmospheric Environment, 2019, DOI: 10.1016/j.atmosenv.2019.117132
Ruth Menger – 4th Year Graduate Student
Email: mengerrf@colostate.edu
Previous Degrees: James Madison University, Chemistry B.S.
Research Project: My research is focused on the development of inexpensive sensors for environmental contaminants. I have worked with pesticides, and am currently working on a multiplex device for heavy metals as well as one for PFAS.
2019-20 CSU Ventures Ambassador
Group Publications:
“Quantification of insecticide spatial distribution within individual citrus trees and efficacy through Asian citrus psyllid reductions under different application methods” Rehberg, R. A.; Trivedi, P.; Bahureksa, W.; Sharp, J. L.; Stokes, S. C.; Menger, R.F.; Borch, T. Pest Management Science. 2020, https://doi.org/10.1002/ps.6195
“Fluorescent Dye Paper-Based Method for Assessment of Pesticide Coverage on leaves and Trees: A Citrus Grove Case Study” Menger, R.F., Bontha, M. Beveridge, J.R., Borch, T., Henry, C.S. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 2020, DOI: 10.1021/acs.jafc.0c01835
“Pump-Free Microfluidic Rapid Mixer Combined with a Paper-Based Channel” Jang, I., Carrao, D., Menger, R., de Oliveira A.R., Henry, C.S., ACS Sensors, 2020, DOI: 10.1021/acssensors.0c00937
“Sensitive distance-based paper-based quantification of mercury ions using carbon nanodots and heating-based preconcentration” Ninwong, B., Sangkaew, P., Hapa, P., Ratnarathorn, N., Menger, R.F., Henry, C.S., Dunchai, W. RSC Advances. 2020, 10, 9884.
“Beyond the Lateral Flow Assay: A Review of Paper-based Microfluidics” Carrell, C.S., Kava, A., Nguyen, M.P., Menger, R.F, Munshi, Z., Call, Z., Nussbaum, M., Henry, C.S. Microelectronic Engineering, 2018, 206, 45-54.
Jeremy Link – 3rd Year Graduate Student
Email: jeremy.link@colostate.edu
Undergraduate Degree: Seattle University, Biochemistry B.S., Military Science Minor
Research Project: My research focuses on developing point of care devices for rapid and affordable diagnostics. I’m currently working to detect heart failure biomarkers and developing a rapid SARS-CoV-2 antigen test.
Kate McMahon – 3rd Year Graduate Student
Email: catherine.mcmahon@colostate.edu
Undergraduate Degree: Saint Mary’s College of Notre Dame, Chemistry B.S.
Research Project: The goal of my project is to develop novel methods for the preparation and analysis of complex sample matrices. Combining elements of both inorganic and analytical chemistry, my work aims at better understanding heavy metal interactions with complex matrices and how to analyze them, both electrochemically and using paper-based devices. Matrices of interest include consumer products (like cosmetics) and environmental samples.
2019 – 20 CSU Ventures Ambassador
2019 College of Natural Sciences Outstanding Scholar Award
Group Publications:
“Advances in Paper-Based Analytical Devices” Ozer, T., McMahon, C., Henry, C.S., Annual Review of Analytical Chemistry. 2020, 13(1), 15-19.
Brandaise Martinez – 2nd Year Graduate Student
Email: brandaise.martinez@colostate.edu
Undergraduate Degree: University of Colorado Colorado Springs, Chemistry B.A. and Biology B.S.
Research Project: My interests are in the use and optimization of organ-on-a-chip models to analyze human physiochemical systems.
Amanda Roley – 2nd Year Graduate Student
Email: amanda.cherwin@colostate.edu
Undergraduate Degree: Milwaukee School of Engineering, B.S. in Biomolecular Engineering,
McHenry County College, A.E.S. in Chemical Engineering
Research Project: I am working to further develop “gut-on-chip” models to study intestinal physiology via the integration of live tissue with microfluidics, imaging, and electrochemical sensing.
Kara Zeman – 1st Year Graduate Student
Email: kara.zeman@colostate.edu
Undergraduate Degree: California State University, Sacramento, B.S. in Biochemistry
Research Project: My research focuses on developing electrode arrays for sensing biological molecules.
Eli Barstis – 1st Year Graduate Student
Email: ebarstis@colostate.edu
Undergraduate Degree: Hamilton College, B.A. in Chemistry and Art
Research Project: The goal of my research is to create an inexpensive, user-friendly microfluidic device for diagnostic use.
Trey Pittman – 1st Year Graduate Student
Email: trey.pittman@colostate.edu
Undergraduate Degree: Mississippi College, B.S. in Biochemistry
Research Project: My research focuses on the development of paper-based analytical devices for point-of-care diagnostics.
Chloe Beardsley – Master’s Student
Undergraduate Degree: Chemistry, Colorado State University
Research Project: My research is focused on method development for inkjet printing of various types of reagents to be used in vertical flow paper-based analytical devices.
Nick Bruns – Undergraduate Student
Major: Chemical Engineering and Chemistry
Research Project: My research is focused on the use of alternative materials for the development of new thermoplastic electrodes.
Kyle Howe – Undergraduate Student
Major: Chemical & Biological Engineering, Music Performance
Research Project: I am researching the use of low-cost paper-based immunoassays to detect and quantify histamine and progesterone presence for use in third world countries.
Carli Cobaugh – Undergraduate Student
Major: Chemistry
Minor: Math
Research Project: I am working on developing a process to test cosmetic products for heavy metals that can be performed in developing countries.
Josi Beck – Undergraduate Student
Major: Chemistry
Research Project: I am working on developing a simple procedure to reduce detection limits for heavy metal paper-based devices.
Sierra Curdts – Undergraduate Student
Major: Biomedical Engineering and Chemical and Biological Engineering
Research Project: I am working on optimizing a gut-on-chip device for modeling human intestinal tissue.
Alli Dolence – Undergraduate Student
Major: Chemistry
Research Project: I am working on developing a paper-based assay to detect bacteria in contaminated food and water samples.
Rae Bellows – Undergraduate Student
Major: Chemistry
