For more information contact:
Shirley Tomes, Chemistry & Biochemistry
Contact Shirley Tomes shirley.tomes@chemistry.gatech.edu
404-894-0591
Minds, and machines, track fake drugs
Atlanta (July 9, 2009) — Counterfeit malaria medicines, widespread in Asia, have become increasingly sophisticated to detect. The article below appeared in the New York Times on Monday, July 6, 2009 highlighting Facundo Fernandez’ research and collaboration with Interpol.
Using Scientific Tools in an International War on Fake Drugs
New York Times Article
For more information, contact Prof. Facundo Fernandez (404-385-4432).
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