Dwaine F. Emerich

Providence College

Papers

6

Total Citations

1,166

H-Index

6

About

Dwaine F. Emerich is a pioneering researcher whose career has been defined by his influential contributions to the intersection of nanotechnology and medicine. His work has helped shape the emerging field of nanomedicine, exploring how molecular-scale engineering can revolutionize drug delivery, diagnostics, and therapeutic applications. Emerich's most cited publication, "Nanotechnology and medicine" (2003), has garnered over 450 citations and established a foundational framework for understanding nanotechnology's transformative potential across medicine, genomics, and beyond. His subsequent work on targeted nanoparticle-based drug delivery systems — including a highly cited 2006 paper with 309 citations — advanced the precision with which therapeutics can be delivered to specific biological targets, minimizing side effects and improving efficacy. Across a body of work spanning multiple landmark papers, Emerich has accumulated well over 1,100 citations, reflecting the broad and lasting impact of his research on the scientific community. His consistent focus on the clinical promise of nanomedicine, particularly its prospective diagnostic and therapeutic applications, has made his scholarship essential reading for students and researchers navigating the rapidly evolving frontier of nanomedical science.

Research Focus

Key Achievements

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H-Index
6
Papers
1,166
Total Citations
194
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Nanotechnology and medicine
452 citations · 2003
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2003 (2 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 2
🏛 Institutions: Providence College

Top Papers

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    Nanotechnology and medicine
    452 citations · 2003
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    Nanotechnology and medicine
    62 citations · 2003
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    Nanomedicine
    9 citations · 2005

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