Graduated from:
- The University of Texas at Austin
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Years Active: 2018-2023
Susan Trammell - Pioneering Innovations in Biopreservation and Imaging Technologies
Susan Trammell is a trailblazing inventor based in Charlotte, North Carolina, whose unwavering commitment to innovation has solidified her as a leading figure in the world of inventors. With a passion for pushing boundaries and a keen eye for creating solutions that shape the future, Susan's work continues to inspire generations to think creatively and pursue excellence.
Dr. Trammell has been a faculty member at UNC Charlotte since 1996, where she teaches in the Department of Physics and Optical Science.
She earned her Ph.D. in Astronomy from the University of Texas at Austin in 1994 and a B.S. in Physics with Highest Honors from UNC-Chapel Hill in 1989. Her research focuses on biomedical optics, including imaging and spectroscopy for biomedical applications, mid-IR/thermal imaging in medicine, surgical navigation, image-guided surgical interventions, and biopreservation.
In recognition of her innovative patented work, Dr. Trammell placed third in the worldwide competition for the Prince Mohammad bin Fahd University (PMU)-National Academy of Inventors International Patent Award on December 12, 2024. Honored at a ceremony in Al-Khobar, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, she was recognized for her patent Methods and compositions for biopreservation. This groundbreaking method, which uses an amorphous matrix for precise drying and temperature control, is critical for preserving sensitive biological samples. Its applications span the medical and pharmaceutical industries, biotechnologies, research, and agriculture, demonstrating the wide-reaching impact of her work.
Among her honors, she received the ISBER 2023 Best Paper Award and the Bonnie Cone Fellowship at UNC Charlotte in 2007. She is a member of prominent organizations such as SPIE, the American Astronomical Society, and the International Astronomical Union.
Dr. Trammells research has advanced biomedical optics and fostered innovation with practical applications that improve public health and support economic development. She continues to inspire the next generation of scientists and innovators through her teaching and mentorship.
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