Dr. Jonathan Sweedler

Professor

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Biography

Professor Sweedler serves as the Director of the School of Chemical Sciences and holds the James R. Eiszner Family Chair in Chemistry. His extensive research background includes analytical neurochemistry, where he develops new measurement tools that enable small scale chemical analysis and applies these tools to understand brain chemistry. As a leader in advancing small-volume mass spectrometry, Professor Sweedler collaborates with various research teams to characterize neuroactive peptides across a range of species and investigate neurotransmitter cotransmission at single-cell levels. His work involves comprehensive analyses of genomes and proteomes to uncover signaling molecules involved in a variety of biological functions. Professor Sweedler has authored or co-authored 400 peer-reviewed publications and has been involved in significant research projects funded by NIH. He is recognized for his contributions to the field with numerous awards and honors, including the ANACHEM Award, the ACS Analytical Chemistry Award, and election as a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

1991-01-01 — Present

University of Illinois • Urbana, IL

Professor in the School of Chemical Sciences, focusing on neurochemistry and analytical tools.

Awards

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ANACHEM Award

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ACS Analytical Chemistry Award

Requirements for University of Illinois

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:103
GRE General
Prerequisites
Mathematical background Linear Algebra Calculus
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