Northeastern University
Leila Deravi currently serves as an Associate Professor of Chemistry at Northeastern University, where research focuses on the intersection of bio-analytical chemistry, materials science, and design, specifically investigating mechanisms in biology to inform biomaterial development. Leila is also a Co-Founder and Scientific Advisor at Seaspire Skincare. Previous positions include Assistant Professor of Chemistry and Materials Science at the University of New Hampshire and Research Associate at Harvard University, with experience in nanofiber fabrication, protein textiles, and optical protein characterization. Leila’s academic journey began as a Graduate Student at Vanderbilt University, culminating in a Ph.D. in Chemistry, following a Bachelor of Applied Science in Chemistry from The University of Alabama.
Northeastern University
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Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university with a distinctive, experience-driven approach to education and discovery. The university is a leader in experiential learning, powered by the world’s most far-reaching cooperative education program. They integrate classroom study with opportunities for professional work, research, service, and global learning in more than 100 countries. The same spirit of collaboration guides a use-inspired research enterprise focused on solving global challenges in health, security, and sustainability. Northeastern offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs leading to degrees through the doctorate in nine colleges and schools, and select graduate programs at campuses in Boston, Charlotte, N.C., San Francisco Bay Area, Seattle, and Toronto. Campuses in Burlington, MA, and Nahant, MA, are home to research institutes for homeland security and coastal sustainability, respectively.