Ryan Hansen

Experienced chemical engineer with proven expertise developing novel bioanalytical measurement methods and technologies. In-depth expertise developing novel hydrogel materials for applications in microbial biotechnology. Further expertise in surface analytical methods, image analysis methods, and micro/nanofabrication. Recent work has focused on the design and development of microdevices for screening and isolation of environmental microbes with unique function, development of light-responsive hydrogels and bio-functional nanomaterials materials for microbial isolation and controlled release of microbes, and development of bioinncoulant formulations for improving soil health and plant growth.