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Mihkel Kaljurand is a pioneering analytical chemist whose research bridges the gap between automation, microfluidics, and bioanalytical chemistry. His work focuses on developing innovative platforms for rapid, low-cost chemical analysis, with a particular emphasis on paper-based microzone assays and electrowetting-on-dielectric (EWOD) droplet manipulation. Kaljurand’s major contributions include the creation of automated systems for spot preparation and image processing of paper microzone assays, enabling the high-throughput screening of bioactive compounds in plant extracts—a method that holds significant promise for natural product discovery and point-of-care diagnostics. His research on EWOD actuation for capillary electrophoresis zones has advanced the integration of droplet microfluidics with mass spectrometry, offering new pathways for off-line chemical analysis. With his most-cited paper garnering 26 citations and another key work reaching 22 citations, Kaljurand’s impact is evident in the growing adoption of his methodologies. Notably, his early work on laboratory robots for studying esterification kinetics demonstrated a forward-thinking approach to automating non-routine research tasks, laying the groundwork for his later innovations. Kaljurand’s contributions continue to inspire students and researchers in the fields of microfluidics, automation, and green analytical chemistry.