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John R. Dutcher is a Professor and Research Chair at the University of Guelph, specializing in the physics of synthetic polymers and sustainable nanomaterials. He received his PhD in Condensed Matter Physics from Simon Fraser University in 1989 and completed an NSERC postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Arizona before joining the Department of Physics at the University of Guelph in 1990. Dutcher is the Director of the B.Sc. Nanoscience program and has a significant research focus on the fundamental physical properties and innovative applications of natural and synthetic nanomaterials. His research includes the study of phytoglycogen nanoparticles derived from sweet corn, which have potential for use in personal care and biomedical applications due to their unique properties and safety profiles. Additionally, he explores the mechanical properties of crosslinked polyethylene pipes and conducts research on bacterial motility and biofilm formation to understand implications for controlling bacterial infections. Dutcher has co-founded Mirexus Biotechnologies Inc. and has received numerous awards for his contributions to the field, including the Innovation Year award from the University of Guelph.
University of Guelph • Guelph, Ontario, Canada
Teaching and supervising research in the Department of Physics, focusing on nanomaterials and their applications.
Department of Clinical Studies. Offers MSc by thesis (2 years) and MSc by coursework (1 year).