Bob Brown

Research Interests

Study of fundamental and applied aspects of mass spectrometry (particularly TOF-MS) of large molecules. Application of mass spectrometry to various chemical problems, with particular emphasis on biochemically relevant systems. Development of laser based ionization methods for mass spectrometry and their application to non-volatile sample characterization. Study of the fundamental processes involved in the matrix assisted laser desorption/ionization (MALDI) process. Synthesis of new MALDI matrix materials. Development of new instrumental designs for TOF-MS. Study of ion detection processes of large m/z ions. Polymer and biopolymer structural characterization utilizing mass spectrometry. Study of aerosols formation and fate using mass spectrometry. Development of laser assisted DART ionization.