Overview

Welcome to Dr. Tahrima Rouf's official lab website! Dr. Rouf is a visiting assistant professor at the Stephenson School of Biomedical Engineering (SBME) at the University of Oklahoma (OU). Her academic training and research experience span multiple interdisciplinary fields, including nanotechnology, materials science, chemical engineering, microbiology, and biochemistry. The primary aim of her independent research program is to leverage nanomaterials for biomedical applications, focusing on the development of safer and more effective sensing technologies and drug delivery systems. Dr. Rouf has published extensively in leading journals on topics such as material science, nanocomposites, carbon nanoparticles, and biosensors. Additionally, she has presented her work at several national and international conferences, including AIChE, IFT, and ICChE. Her research is supported by NIH-COBRE and NCI-SPORE grants, and she is committed to continuing her efforts in advancing scientific knowledge and improving health outcomes through innovative research. 

Background

• • Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) 2019. 

Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, USA

• • Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, 2012. 

Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET), Dhaka, Bangladesh

Areas of Interest

• Nanotechnology

• Functional Nanomaterials

• Biosensors

• Drug Delivery

• Spectroscopy

• Biopolymers

Research Focus

Our lab specializes in the fabrication of both nanoengineered bio-based and carbon-based materials, aiming to enhance advanced disease detection methods through sophisticated spectroscopic characterization techniques. Additionally, we are dedicated to developing innovative targeted drug delivery systems that improve treatment efficacy. By integrating cutting-edge technology with sustainable materials, we strive to make significant contributions to the fields of medical diagnostics and therapeutic applications.