Derek Brandis
Assistant Professor & Wokini Mentor
Biography
My research focus uses analytical and environmental chemistry to bring together environmental science and STEM outreach. Current research involves the investigation and reconstruction of the past atmospheric environment by measuring different chemical species found in polar ice cores. Additionally, my lab examines environmental contaminants in other types of media such as drinking water and surface waters and looks to develop and/or improve analytical methods and techniques. I also strive to use my background in environmental chemistry to support and engage Native American students and communities in STEM throughout South à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã and the surrounding region.
Education
- Ph.D. in chemistry | South à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã State University | 2022
- M.S. in chemistry | South à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã State University | 2013
- B.S. in chemistry; minor: mathematics | South à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã State University | 2009
Research and Scholarly Work
Areas of Research
Analytical chemistry, polar ice cores, environmental chemistry, STEM outreach
Publications
- Cole-Dai, J.; Brandis, D.L.; Ferris, D.G. Five Large 13th Century C.E. Volcanic Eruptions Recorded in Antarctica Ice Cores. Atmosphere. 2024, 15, 661.
- Peterson, K.; Cole-Dai, J.; Brandis, D.; Cox, T.; and Splett, S. Rapid measurement of perchlorate in polar ice cores down to sub-ng L-1 levels without pre-concentration. Anal. Bioanal. Chem. 2015, 407, 7965-7972.
- Peterson, K. M.; Cole-Dai, J.; Brandis, D.L.; and Manandhar, E., 2015; Assessment of Anthropogenic Contribution to Perchlorate in the Environment Using an Ice Core Record. In Emerging Micro-Pollutants in the Environment: Occurrence, Fate and Distribution, pp 175-185.
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