Professor Eric Munson of the University of Kansas and co-PI John Heinrich of Revolution NMR, LLC, are supported by the Analytical and Surface Chemistry Program in the Division of Chemistry (with co-funding from the GOALI program in the Engineering Directorate) to develop new techniques for solid-state Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (SSNMR) spectroscopy, and to apply those techniques to substances of pharmaceutical interest. They are collaborating with researchers from GlaxoSmithKline, who can provide insight into significant problems in the pharmaceutical industry and can help provide interesting compounds for study.

This research aims for significant increases in sensitivity and throughput that will broaden the application of SSNMR in almost all fields of chemistry. Industrial collaborations will add value by promoting the rapid dissemination and application of technologies and information. They will also promote the rapid development of safe and efficacious drugs and drug formulations by increasing the number of drugs which can be analyzed, as well as identifying potential problems with proposed drug formulations. Finally, the interdisciplinary collaborative nature of the work will enhance the education of graduate students and postdoctoral associates performing and presenting this research.

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Chemistry (CHE)
Application #
0719464
Program Officer
Tyrone D. Mitchell
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
2007-09-15
Budget End
2012-12-31
Support Year
Fiscal Year
2007
Total Cost
$430,000
Indirect Cost
Name
University of Kansas
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Lawrence
State
KS
Country
United States
Zip Code
66045