University of Michigan-Ann Arbor · ChemistryNitric Oxide Research Laboratory
Nicolai Lehnert · Ann Arbor, Michigan
Research Focus
Dr. Nicolai Lehnert's lab at the University of Michigan focuses on developing new materials and methods for generating nitric oxide (NO) gas, which has critical medical uses, including treating lung conditions and preventing infections in medical devices. The lab is specifically working on making low-cost electrochemical systems that can produce NO safely and efficiently, even in the presence of oxygen. By optimizing the catalysts and materials used, the lab aims to enhance NO generation for applications in inhalation therapies and intravascular catheters.
Nitric Oxide GenerationElectrochemical SystemsMedical Device CoatingsCatalyst OptimizationPulmonary Medicine
Research Aims
5AIM 01Develop new Cu(II)-ligand catalysts for improved nitric oxide production
AIM 02Optimize electrochemical methods for on-demand NO generation
AIM 03Investigate the impact of oxygen on NO generation efficiency
AIM 04Test new catheter designs in animal models for infection prevention
AIM 05Explore new materials for enhanced performance in medical applications
Skills the Lab Values
Electrochemical techniquesCatalyst synthesisMaterial characterizationAnimal modelsBiotechnology applications
Output against the department
Publications377top 29% of dept.63rd of 216
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Citations11ktop 45% of dept.97th of 216
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