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Boxin Ou is a leading figure in antioxidant research, best known for revolutionizing the measurement of dietary antioxidants. His seminal work, the "High-Throughput Assay of Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity (ORAC) Using a Multichannel Liquid Handling System Coupled with a Microplate Fluorescence Reader in 96-Well Format" (2002), has garnered over 1,548 citations. This breakthrough transformed the ORAC assay from a labor-intensive procedure into a standardized, high-throughput tool, making it the global gold standard for quantifying antioxidant capacity in the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and food industries. By addressing the critical issue of accessibility, Ou’s innovation enabled rapid, reliable screening of thousands of samples, profoundly impacting product development and quality control. His work not only demystified the measurement of free radical scavenging but also provided a practical framework for comparing the health benefits of foods and supplements. A pioneer in analytical chemistry and food science, Ou’s contributions have empowered researchers and industries worldwide to better understand and harness the power of antioxidants, cementing his legacy as a key architect of modern antioxidant testing.
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