AOAC OMB ERP Approval (8-17-17)

Michigan State University , East Lansing, Michigan Department of Chemistry Research Assistant 

2002 - 2007

Investigated fluorescence quenching methods for detection of nitrated explosives by screening fluorophores based on sensitivity and incorporating them into potential field-ready devices for explosives detection.  Utilized the pH-dependent fluorescence of fluorescein for determination of acids in solution and applied this method to analysis of foods and beverages (juices, wines, and vinegars) and drugs of abuse (γ- hydroxybutyric acid or GHB) by HPLC. Teaching Assistant  16 semesters of experience instructing physical chemistry, analytical chemistry, and quantitative analysis, both in lecture and laboratory formats.  Helped develop undergraduate laboratory course in advanced analytical chemistry including numerous independent projects. Undergraduate Research Mentor  Mentored three undergraduate researchers at various stages in their undergraduate programs over a four year period.  Instructed on proper laboratory technique, data analysis, and independent critical thinking skills.  Member , General Chapters – Chemical Analysis Expert Committee, United States Pharmacopeia, 2010-2015.  Member , Subdivision on Chromatography and Separations Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry Division, American Chemical Society, 2009-present.  Member , AOAC INTERNATIONAL, 2008-present.  Stakeholder, Working Group Member, Expert Review Panelist, and Task Force Co-Chair , AOAC INTERNATIONAL Stakeholder Panel on Infant Formula and Adult Nutritionals (SPIFAN), 2010-present.  Editorial Board Member , J. AOAC Int., 2014-present.  Technical Division on Reference Materials Executive Committee Member , AOAC INTERNATIONAL, 2013-present.  Secretary , Washington Chromatography Discussion Group, 2009-2015.  Member , Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry, International Advisory Board, 2017-present.  Member, AOAC INTERNATIONAL, Official Methods Board, 2016-present.  Member , AOAC INTERNATIONAL, Technical Programming Council, 2016-present.  Co-Chair, International Vitamin Conference (IVC), 2014.

MEMBERSHIPS AND ASSOCIATIONS

PUBLICATIONS, ABSTRACTS, AND PRESENTATIONS Please see attached list.

SELECTED HONORS AND AWARDS

Fellow , AOAC INTERNATIONAL, 2016.

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 Achievement in Technical and Scientific Excellence , Stakeholder Panel on Strategic Food Analytical Methods (SPSFAM) Food Allergen Working Group, AOAC INTERNATIONAL, 2016.  William P. Slichter Award , National Institute of Standards & Technology, 2015.  Expert Review Panel of the Year Member , AOAC INTERNATIONAL, 2015.  Outstanding Graduate Student Woman , Faculty-Professional Women’s Association, Michigan State University, 2006.  Excellence-in-Teaching Citation , College of Natural Science, Michigan State University, 2006.  Tracy Hammer Outstanding Graduate Student Award , College of Natural Science, Michigan State University, 2005.