Hiroko Karan

Hiroko Karan received the Bachelor of Pharmacy from Hoshi College of Pharmacy in Tokyo and graduated with honors as valedictorian. She received the Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from Brown University. Professor of Chemistry, she has served as Chairperson of the Department of Physical and Computer Sciences, Assistant Dean of the School of Science, Health and Technology at Medgar Evers College and presently as Dean of the School. For the past fifteen years, she has been an advocate for women and minorities in science and has mentored many students during her tenure at Medgar Evers College. Many of whom have pursued careers in Science, Medicine and other Health Related Professions and actively serve the community.

Diabetes and Glucose Biosensors

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Diabetes is the Nation’s 7th leading killer based on a 1998 statistical survey reported by Center for Disease Control showing 15.7 million Americans (5.9% of the U.S.A. population) afflicted with diabetes mellitus. Diabetes mellitus is classified as two main types, Type I and Type II. Type I is insulin-dependent and often occurs during childhood or … Read more