Dr Ramin Boroujerdi
- 01202 962676
- rboroujerdi at bournemouth dot ac dot uk
- http://orcid.org/0000-0001-7648-269X
- Lecturer in Toxicology
- Christchurch House C106, Talbot Campus, Fern Barrow, Poole, BH12 5BB
Biography
Dr. Ramin Boroujerdi is the program leader for the Science Foundation and lecturer in Toxicology in the Department of Life & Environmental Sciences at Bournemouth University, with a strong passion for Analytical and Bioanalytical Sciences and Sensor Development. Over the past years, he has been dedicated to advancing these fields through research and innovation.
At the core of Ramin’s work is his experimental approach, allowing him to explore practical applications and develop novel solutions in Health, Toxicology, and Nanomaterials. His current focus is on creating portable, point-of-care diagnostic devices to improve early disease detection and patient monitoring, offering accessible and efficient tools for healthcare.
Ramin’s research in Toxicology centers on membrane separations and the chemical detection of toxins and medicines. By exploring new methods to identify harmful substances, he contributes to a deeper understanding of their impact on human health and the environment. His work also extends into the development of innovative sensors and biosensors using novel nanomaterials, aiming to create platforms that enable highly sensitive detection across various applications...
A key aspect of his work involves the development of advanced analytical sensors to detect trace amounts of pharmaceuticals, drugs, toxins, and their metabolites in bodily fluids such as saliva, sweat and urine. Ramin’s use of nanomaterials, combined with techniques like Surface Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS), Fluorescence Spectroscopy, and electrochemical methods, ensures fast, accurate, and non-invasive detection at the point-of-care.
In addition, Ramin collaborates with industries to address food and water safety challenges. His work focuses on developing affordable, on-site systems to detect contaminants such as pesticides, mycotoxins, and heavy metals, as well as designing absorbents to eliminate these harmful substances.
Ramin’s multidisciplinary research continues to push the boundaries of analytical sciences and sensor development, offering impactful contributions in healthcare, environmental safety, and technological innovation. He is always open to collaboration, working with academic peers and industry partners to create real-world solutions that benefit society.
moreResearch
Research Interests:
• Development of novel chemical sensors and portable, point-of-care diagnostic devices
• Nanomaterials and nanocomposites for sensing applications
• Surface Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS)
Spectrofluorimetry and fluorescence spectroscopy for molecular detection
• Electrochemical techniques including cyclic voltammetry (CV) and square wave voltammetry (SWV)
• Analytical toxicology and detection of psychoactive drugs
• Food and water safety, with a focus on contaminant detection and elimination
Dr. Ramin Boroujerdi’s research spans a diverse range of topics within analytical and bioanalytical sciences, focusing on sensor development for healthcare, food safety, and environmental monitoring. His work on chemical sensors and portable diagnostics aims to improve the sensitivity, selectivity, and portability of devices, facilitating rapid, on-site detection in a variety of settings.
Ramin’s research into nanomaterials and nanocomposites seeks to harness their unique properties to create advanced sensor platforms with enhanced performance. This work contributes to the development of highly efficient sensing technologies for a range of applications.
His expertise in Raman spectroscopy, particularly SERS, allows him to investigate the characterization and analysis of different substances. SERS is a powerful tool for ultrasensitive detection, and Ramin’s research explores its applications in biomedical diagnostics, environmental monitoring, and chemical analysis.
In the area of Analytical Toxicology, Ramin focuses on improving the detection and analysis of controlled drugs... His research leverages cutting-edge sensor technologies to enhance the identification and monitoring of these substances, contributing to public health and safety.
Through his use of spectrofluorimetry and fluorescence spectroscopy, Ramin develops sensors and detection systems for various analytes, with applications ranging from environmental monitoring to food safety and biomedical diagnostics.
Ramin’s extensive work and growing publication record demonstrate his commitment to advancing analytical sciences, with a particular focus on chemical sensing, nanomaterials, spectroscopy, and toxicology. His research holds significant potential for driving innovation in healthcare and environmental monitoring while offering real-world solutions to critical challenges.
moreJournal Articles
- Mahanty, S., Majumder, S., Paul, R., Boroujerdi, R., Valsami-Jones, E. and Laforsch, C., 2024. A review on nanomaterial-based SERS substrates for sustainable agriculture. Science of the Total Environment, 950.
- Boroujerdi, R., Butt, A., Paul, R. and Majumder, S., 2024. Unveiling Morphine: A Rapid and Selective Fluorescence Sensor for Forensic and Medical Analysis. Sensors, 24 (6).
- Boroujerdi, R., Paul, R. and Abdelkader, A., 2022. Rapid Detection of Amitriptyline in Dried Blood and Dried Saliva Samples with Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy. Sensors, 22 (21).
- Boroujerdi, R., Abdelkader, A. and Paul, R., 2022. Highly Sensitive and Selective Detection of the Antidepressant Amitriptyline Using a Functionalised Graphene-Based Sensor. ChemNanoMat, 8 (10).
- Boroujerdi, R. and Paul, R., 2022. Graphene-Based Electrochemical Sensors for Psychoactive Drugs. Nanomaterials, 12 (13).
- Boroujerdi, R., Abdelkader, A. and Paul, R., 2022. Highly selective detection of ethanol in biological fluids and alcoholic drinks using indium ethylenediamine functionalized graphene. Sensors and Diagnostics, 1 (3), 566-578.
- Boroujerdi, R. and Paul, R., 2022. Introducing Graphene–Indium Oxide Electrochemical Sensor for Detecting Ethanol in Aqueous Samples with CCD-RSM Optimization. Chemosensors, 10 (2).
- Boroujerdi, R., Abdelkader, A. and Paul, R., 2020. State of the Art in Alcohol Sensing with 2D Materials. Nano-Micro Letters, 12 (1).
- Paul, R., Tsanaclis, L., Murray, C., Boroujerdi, R., Facer, L. and Corbin, A., 2019. Ethyl Glucuronide as a Long-term Alcohol Biomarker in Fingernail and Hair. Matrix Comparison and Evaluation of Gender Bias. Alcohol and Alcoholism, 54 (4), 402-407.
- Khani, R., Ghiamati, E., Boroujerdi, R., Rezaeifard, A. and Zaryabi, M.H., 2016. A new and highly selective turn-on fluorescent sensor with fast response time for the monitoring of cadmium ions in cosmetic, and health product samples. Spectrochimica Acta - Part A: Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy, 163, 120-126.
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Boroujerdi, R., 2016. Ce (III) - Porphyrin Sandwich Complex Ce
2 (TPP)3 : A Rod-Like Nanoparticle as a Fluorescence Turn-Off Probe for Detection of Hg (II) and Cu (II). Journal of Fluorescence, 26 (3), 781-790. - Ghiamati, E. and Boroujerdi, R., 2016. Cd-Cysteine Nanorods as a Fluorescence Sensor for Determination of Fe (III) in Real Samples. Journal of Fluorescence, 26 (1), 135-147.
Theses
- Boroujerdi, R., 2023. Printable graphene sensing systems for drug and alcohol detection. PhD Thesis. Bournemouth University, Faculty of Science and Technology.
PhD Students
- Victoria Louise Claydon. Evaluation of post mortem changes of skeletal remains and their correlation to DNA viability of Forensic Casework
Profile of Teaching UG
- Introduction to Toxicology - Unit Leader
- Chemistry - Unit Leader
- Forensic Research Skills - Teaching Team
- Independant Research Project - Student Supervision
- Professional Laboratory Practice - Teaching Team
- Exploring and Understanding Science - Teaching Team
Grants
- Headspace profiling of synthetic opioids (Border Force, Home Office, 28 Oct 2024). Awarded
- Rapid On-Site Detection Of Skin Cancer In Primary Care (HEIF, Research England, 15 Apr 2024). Awarded
- Printable graphene sensing systems for drug and alcohol detection (SureScreen Diagnostics LtD, 17 Sep 2018). Awarded
Public Engagement & Outreach Activities
- 'From the Micro to the Nano World'. Bournemouth Natural Science Museum (Quekett Microscopy Society)
- Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Workshop
- NCSSM International Mentorship Program
- Analytical Chemistry Workshop
Conference Presentations
- 11th Postgraduate Research Conference, 17 Oct 2019, Bournemouth University
- 7th Seminar of Chemistry and Environment, 26 Aug 2016, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Science
- 21th Iranian Analytical Chemistry Conference, 02 Feb 2015, Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz
Qualifications
- FHEA in Higher Education (Advance HE, 2023)
- PhD in Chemistry (Bournemouth University, 2023)
- MSc in Analytical Chemistry (University of Birjand, 2015)
- BSc (Hons) in Applied Chemistry (Urmia University, 2013)
Honours
- Six-Times "You're Brilliant" Award Winner for Excellence in Toxicology Education (Students' Union at Bournemouth University, 2024)
- Teaching Innovation Award (Bournemouth University (FLIE), 2022)
Memberships
- Iranian Chemical Society, Member,
- Society of Chemical Industry, Member,