Research Areas

• Metallic nanoparticles from phototrophic cell culture
• Innovative bioprocesses
• Biogeneic nanomaterials
• Production of pigments and antioxidants
• Microwave assisted "Green Synthesis" Processes

The following research projects are either in process or completed in the lab:

• Production of nanoparticles and nanostructured materials from algal cell cultures
• Production of anti-oxidants and bioactive compounds from microalgae
• Microwave-assisted synthesis of metallic nanomaterials
• Electrospinning of biological polymers

Dr. Jeffryes supervises the Nanobiomaterials and Bioprocessing Laboratory (NABLAB).