Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry
Department Chair
Associate ProfessorDepartment Chair
Phone: 661-654-2888Email: sforester@csub.eduOffice: Science II - 269More About Sarah ForesterEducation
Postdoctoral Associate, The Pennsylvania State University, Natural Products and Disease
Prevention, 2013 Ph.D., The University of California at Davis, Agricultural and Environmental
Chemistry, Department of Viticulture and Enology, 2010 B.A., Mills College, Chemistry,
2002
Teaching
My laboratory is focused on studying food-derived polyphenols, such as wine and grape
anthocyanins, as potential agents in the prevention and treatment of cancer. The work
is largely centered on understanding how these natural products are transformed in
the body and how their anti-cancer activities can be improved in vivo through increased
bioavailability. Understanding the metabolism of polyphenols in the digestive tract
is an important step in determining how these compounds can impact human health. Specifically,
my laboratory studies the transformation of these food molecules by gut microflora,
which play a major role in polyphenol metabolism and production of bioactive metabolites.
We are also interested in modulating phase II metabolism activity as a way to improve
the bioavailability and bioactivity of these food compounds. Mammalian cells in culture,
mouse models and human subjects are used to study the transformations and bioefficacy
of food-related polyphenols. The research of my lab also serves the California wine
industry by studying wine quality and sustainability, particularly in the south San
Joaquin Valley. Polyphenols are important for the sensorial and health-related qualities
of a finished wine, as well as for its stability. Therefore, we are particularly interested
in investigating ways that local grape producers and wineries can manipulate the polyphenol
content of grapes and wines. Additionally, we study methods of preserving the sustainability
of grape production, which may be under threat from climate change.
Publications
1. 2012 Sarah C. Forester, Yeyi Gu, and Joshua D. Lambert. Inhibition of starch digestion
by the green tea polyphenol (-)-epigallocatechin-3-gallate. Molecular Nutrition and
Food Research. 56(11): 1647-1654. 2. 2012 Sarah C. Forester, Ying Yng Choy, Andrew
L. Waterhouse and Patricia I. Oteiza, The anthocyanin metabolites, gallic acid, 3-O-methylgallic
acid, and 2,4,6-trihydroxybenzaldehyde decrease human colon cancer cell viability
by regulating pro-oncogenic signals. Molecular Carcinogenesis. DOI: 10.1002/mc.21974.
3. 2011 Sarah C. Forester and Joshua D. Lambert. The role of antioxidant versus pro-oxidant
effects of green tea polyphenols in cancer prevention. Molecular Nutrition and Food
Research. 55(6): 844-854. 4. 2010 Sarah C. Forester and Andrew L. Waterhouse. Gut
metabolites of anthocyanins, gallic acid, 3-O-methylgallic acid, and 2,4,6-trihydroxybenzaldehyde
inhibit cell proliferation of Caco-2 cells. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry.
58(9): 5320-5327. 5. 2009 Sarah C. Forester and Andrew L. Waterhouse. Metabolites
are key to understanding health effects of wine polyphenolics. Journal of Nutrition.
139:1824S-1831S. 6. 2008 Sarah C. Forester and Andrew L. Waterhouse. Identification
of cabernet sauvignon anthocyanin gut microflora metabolites. Journal of Agricultural
and Food Chemistry. 56(19):9299-9304.
Faculty
Lecturer
Phone: 661-654-3930Email: akiani@csub.eduOffice: DDH-BB (Bridge) - 215More About Abolfazl KianiEducation
B.Sc.: University of Isfahan M.Sc.: University of Mazandaran Ph.D.: University of
Mazandaran
Teaching
Dr. Kiani has taught courses in the following areas: General Chemistry, Fundamentals
of analytical chemistry, Instrumental methods of analysis, Advanced topics in analytical
chemistry, Surface analysis and characterization, and Electrochemical methods: fundamentals
and applications.
Research
Dr. Kiani's research is focused on the following areas: Bipolar electrochemistry (Wireless
electrochemistry), Functional Nanomaterials for Electrocatalysis and Energy Applications,
Flexible electrochemical devices, Electrochemistry of liquid metals, Water splitting,
CO2 and N2 reduction, and Fuel cell reactions.
Publications
A Soft Variable‐Area Electrical‐Double‐Layer Energy Harvester, V. Vallem, E. Roosa,
T. Ledinh, W. Jung, T. Kim, S. Rashid‐Nadimi, A. Kiani, M. D. Dickey, Advanced Materials,
2021, 33, 2103142 Interfacial Tension Modulation of Liquid Metal via Electrochemical
Oxidation, M. Song, K. E. Daniels, A. Kiani, S. Rashid-Nadimi, M. D. Dickey, Advanced
Intelligent Systems, 2021, 3, 2100024 Dynamic control of reflective/diffusive optical
surfaces on EGaIn liquid metal, K. Nakakubo, H. Yoshioka, K. Morita, R. Ishimatsu,
A. Kiani, H. Hallen, M. D. Dickey, Y. Oki, Optical Materials Express, 2021, 11, 2099
Overcoming Rayleigh–Plateau instabilities: Stabilizing and destabilizing liquid-metal
streams via electrochemical oxidation, M. Song, K. Kartawira, K. Hillaire, C. Li,
C. Brittain Eaker, A.Kiani, K. E. Daniels, M. D. Dickey, Proceedings of the National
Academy of Sciences (PNAS), 2020, 117, 19026 Materials tactile logic via innervated
soft thermochromic elastomers, Y. Jin, Y. Lin, A.Kiani, I. D. Joshipura, M. Ge, M.
D. Dickey Nature Communication, 2019, 13;10, 4187. Synthesis of Pt nano catalyst in
the presence of carbon monoxide: superior activity towards hydrogen evolution reaction,
M. Sadeghi dehcheshmeh, A. Kiani, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy 2019, 44,
23969. Fabricated Cu2O porous foam using electrodeposition and thermal oxidation as
a photocatalyst under visible light toward hydrogen evolution from water, P. Shahbazi,
A Kiani, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy 2016, 41, 17247. Digital versatile
disc bipolar electrode: a fast and low-cost approach for visual sensing of analytes
and electrocatalysts screening, M. Shayan, A. Kiani, Analytica Chimca Acta 2015, 888,
52 Two-step Bipolar electrochemistry: generation of composition gradient and visual
screening of electrocatalytic activity, H. Termehbaf, M. Shayan, A. Kiani, Langmuir,
2015, 48, 13238. Fabrication of metal sulfide porous foams via electrodeposition and
galvanic replacement reaction P. Shabzai, A. Kiani, Solar Energy Materials & Solar
Cells 2015, 134, 165. Self-Movement of Water Droplet at the Gradient Nanostructure
of Cu Fabricated Using Bipolar Electrochemistry, N. Dorri, P. Shahbazi, A. Kiani,
Langmuir 2014, 30, 1376.b
Other
I received my Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Mazandaran in 2006.
I used to work as Associate Professor at the University of Isfahan before moving to
North Carolina State University as visiting professor and then to California State
University Bakersfield. In addition, I have been a visiting scholar in Professor Allen
J. Bard’s group at the University of Texas at Austin and visiting professor in Professor
Michael Dickey’s group at North Carolina State University.
Professor
Phone: 661-654-6840Email: agebauer@csub.eduOffice: Science II - 252More About Andreas GebauerEducation
M.S., University of Cologne, Germany Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin
Research
My research program is concerned with the synthesis, study, and application of a variety
of new macrocyclic compounds. These materials are targeted to: obtain structural and
functional mimics of metalloproteins and -enzymes; develop new ligands with unique
affinity for studies in host-guest‚ chemistry, specifically anion binding and transport;
study questions of fundamental interest such as the nature of aromaticity. Students
working in my research laboratory will learn modern methods of organic, inorganic,
and organometallic synthesis. Furthermore, students will learn to operate modern chemistry
instrumentation such as NMR, IR, UV-Vis, GC-MS, and electrochemistry, as well as learn
to interpret the spectra and other data obtained with this instrumentation.
Lecturer
Phone: 661-654-2674Email: ahinde@csub.eduOffice: DDH-BB (Bridge) - 214More About Anthony HindeB.S. California State University, Stanislaus M.A. University of California, Fresno
Lecturer
Phone: 661- 654-3936Email: jcrisman@csub.eduOffice: DDH-BB (Bridge) - 210More About Jeffrey CrismanA.S. Lake Land College B.S. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Ph.D. Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona
Lecturer
Phone: 661-654-6024Email: dharvey4@csub.eduOffice: DDH-BB (Bridge) - 209More About Dennis HarveyEducation
B.S. University of California Davis Ph.D. University of California Los Angeles, School
of Medicine
Teaching
I am currently serving as a full-time lecturer in Introductory and General Chemistry.
Research
My areas of research include Methamphetamine neurotoxicity with emphasis on the metabolism
of by-products as well as the cellular mechanisms of both initial signaling in and
the subsequent down-regulation of dopaminergic cells of the substantia nigra.
Other
My background is in Natural Products Chemistry and Instrumental Analysis as well as
Molecular Pharmacology. I spent 17 years working as a Criminalist in the Kern County
Crime Lab in the areas of Toxicology and Forensic Biology/DNA. Prior to this I spent
several years as a Winemaker, Brandymaker and Wine Chemist in the California wine
industry.
Associate Professor
Phone: 661-654-3992Email: jbergkamp@csub.eduOffice: Science II - 276More About Jesse BergkampB.S., The Evergreen State College, Olympia, Washington Ph.D., Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona
Professor
Phone: 661-654-2336Email: rlafever@csub.eduOffice: Science II - 260More About Roy LaFeverEducation
B.S., Humboldt State University Ph.D., Washington State University
Research
My research focuses on the production (biosynthesis) of plant natural products with
a particular attention on Capsaicinoids (pungent principle of peppers) and Terpenoids
(monoterpenes and diterpenes). Most of this effort centers around four distinct areas
of inquiry: Determine identity and quantity of specific plant derived metabolites
Establish site of metabolite accumjulation Characterize enzymes involved in biosynthetic
pathways Determine potential for use as bioactive agents (e.g. antibiotics) Students
working in my laboratory will learn modern methods of organic and biochemistry, utilizing
instrumental analysis extensively. Students will learn to operate instrumentation
such as HPLC, GC-MS, UV/Vis, and IR spectroscopy.
Lecturer
Phone: 661-654-2840Email: mhamed@csub.eduOffice: DDH-BB (Bridge) - 211More About Mazen HamedB.S. University of Jordan Ph.D. Essex University, UK
Phone: 661-654-2616Email: roldfield@csub.eduOffice: DDH-BB (Bridge) - 213More About Rachel Oldfield
B.S. Chemistry with Concentration in Biochemistry, California State University, Bakersfield M.S. Chemistry, University of California, Santa Cruz
Assistant Professor
Phone: 661-654-2519Email: hsantoke@csub.eduOffice: Science II - 286More About Hanoz SantokeB.S. Chemistry with Concentration in Biochemistry, California State University, Bakersfield M.S. Chemistry, University of California, Santa Cruz
Professor
Phone: 654-2785Email: dsolano@csub.eduOffice: Science II - 268More About Danielle SolanoEducation
B.S. Cal Poly San Luis Obispo; M.A. Boston University; Ph.D. University of California,
Davis
Teaching
Dr. Solano regularly teaches courses in organic chemistry (most frequently, CHEM 2300).
She has also taught research methods and senior seminar.
Research
Dr. Solano's expertise is in synthetic organic chemistry, specifically in the preparation
of biologically relevant heterocycles. Research in the Solano lab focuses on two projects:
(1) the development of environmentally benign preparative methods of heterocycles
and (2) a collaborative project studying lysyl oxidase (LOX) via the synthesis of
small molecule inhibitors. In addition to synthetic work, Dr. Solano has also made
contributions in chemical education and published in that area.
Assistant Professor
Phone: 661-654-2455Email: ltalbert@csub.eduOffice: Science II - 287More About Lance TalbertEducation
B.S. University of Redlands M.S. University of California, Riverside Ph.D. University
of California, Riverside
Teaching
I have mostly taught the lecture and lab for the following subject areas: General
Chemistry (1010, 1000, 1001), Analytical Chemistry (1100, 3100) and Physical Chemistry
(1600).
Research
I have a background in both analytical chemistry and chemical education. My graduate
research in analytical chemistry focused on developing new methods for determining
the structure of biological molecules – primarily peptides and proteins – in the gas
phase using mass spectrometry. I also performed chemical education research focusing
on the development and implementation of concept maps in large-enrollment general
chemistry courses as a method to improve student learning gains. More recent chemical
education projects have focused on the combination of flipped classroom and virtual
reality in-class activities. Current research interests include: (1) characterization
and quantification of phthalate esters in the soils around the Central Valley using
existing EPA methods, (2) development of new methods of characterization of environmental
pollutants, and (3) developing, implementing, and assessing more engaging learning
environments in general chemistry lecture and laboratory courses. Students interested
in environmental chemistry, chemical education, or both are encouraged to reach out
via email to discuss research position availability.
Staff
Administrative Support Coordinator
Phone: 661-654-2030Email: tmarsh3@csub.eduOffice: Science II - 273More About Tabitha MarshA.A. Liberal Arts, Bakersfield College B.A. University of La Verne M.B.A. University of La Verne, Management & Leadership
Instructional Support Technician
Phone: 661-654-2332Email: jroper1@csub.eduOffice: Science I – 143More About Jacob RoperEducation
B.S. in Biochemistry and Biology - California State University, Bakersfield
AA in Biological and Physical Sciences – Porterville Community College
AS in Biological and Physical Sciences - Porterville Community College
AS-T in Biology - Porterville Community College
Affiliated & Former Faculty
Associate Professor
Phone: 661- 654-XXXXEmail: shudson@csub.eduMore About Samuel HudsonEducation
B.S. California State University, Bakersfield; M.S. University of Arizona; Ph.D. Clark
University
Research
My primary research interest is the chemical and structural characterization of proteins
and enzymes. Research in my laboratory integrates techniques from the areas of molecular
and microbiology, proteomics, and spectroscopy in order to fully characterize enzymes
of interest. Information of specific projects available in my laboratory can be found
on my research page.
ProfessorNSME Associate Dean
Phone: 654-3450Email: klopez@csub.eduOffice: Science I-104More About Karlo LopezEducation
B.S. California State University, Bakersfield; M.S. University of Arizona; Ph.D. Clark
University
Research
My primary research interest is the chemical and structural characterization of proteins
and enzymes. Research in my laboratory integrates techniques from the areas of molecular
and microbiology, proteomics, and spectroscopy in order to fully characterize enzymes
of interest. Information of specific projects available in my laboratory can be found
on my research page.
Assistant ProfessorMoorpark College
Phone: 805-553-4826Email: tpawluk@vcccd.eduMore About Tiffany PawlukB.S. Southern Illinois University Carbondale M.S. Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Assistant ProfessorUSUHS
Phone: 661-654-XXXXEmail: marina.shapiro.ctr@usuhs.eduMore About Marina ShapiroEducation
B.S. Towson University M.S. Towson University Ph.D. George Mason University
Teaching
I teach General Chemistry, Foundations of Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, and
Food Science lecture and laboratory courses.
Research
My background is in Science Education Research (Chemistry) and Learning Technologies.
My research interests are implementing game-based learning environments into undergraduate
college chemistry curricula in order to facilitate methods for active and experiential
learning, particularly in the context of lecture settings where students are often
passive learners. The focus of my dissertation research was on evaluating the implementation
of a chemistry video game into an undergraduate General Chemistry course where I concentrated
on evaluating knowledge gains of chemistry content and attitudinal increase toward
chemistry. The results of my dissertation showed that the chemistry SEG lead to a
significant increase in students’ knowledge of chemistry concepts, thereby indicating
the potential for implementing SEGs into undergraduate college chemistry curricula.
Additional research interests include investigating how Serious Educational Games
(SEGs) can be used to increase motivation, engagement, and how they can be implemented
as tools for measurement of assessment as research shows that SEGs can serve as tools
for assessment and that there is a link between engagement, motivation, attitude,
and knowledge gains in science class. By increasing attitude toward chemistry the
goal is to also see an increase in engagement and motivation to learn chemistry.
Publications
Annetta, L.A., Keaton, W., Shapiro, M., & Burch, J.L. (In Review). Competency-Based
education in science teacher education: The next disruptive innovation or the next
disruption? Journal of Science Teacher Education (submitted 07-06-17). Lamb, R., Annetta,
L., Firestone, J. B., Vallett, D. B., Shapiro, M., Matthews, B., Akmal, T. & McManus,
C. (In Review). Psychosocial factors impacting STEM career selection in Computer Science
and Engineering. Social Science Research (2016). Annetta, L. A., Shapiro, M., & Abbasi,
S. (In Review). Critical perspectives on implementing Serious Educational Games: How
societal pressures, cognitive attributes, assessment, and learning through failure
are providing new research paradigms. Journal of Science Education and Technology
(submitted 11-29-16). Annetta, L. A., Lamb, R., Vallett, D., & Shapiro, M. (In Review).
Project based learning progressions: Identifying the nodes of learning in a project
based environment. Journal of the Learning Sciences (submitted 6-30-15). Lamb, R.,
Annetta, L., Shapiro, M., & Matthews, B. (Accepted). Examining human behavior in video
games: The development of a computational model to measure aggression. Journal of
Neuroscience, Psychology, and Economics. Annetta, L. A., Shapiro, M., & Matthews,
B. (2016). Serious Educational Game design: Overlapping game design with instructional
design. In R. L. Lamb & D. D. McMahon (Eds.), Educational and Learning Games: New
Research. New York, NY: Nova Publishing.
Conference Presentations
Shapiro, M., Annetta, L.A. (April 23, 2017). Learning chemistry concepts through serious
game play. Poster presented at the annual meeting of the National Association for
the Research in Science Teaching (NARST), San Antonio, TX. Annetta, L.A., Shapiro,
M., & Lamb, R. (April 23, 2017). Entrepreneurial Thinking: Cross Cutting Concepts
for Science Teachers. Paper presented at the annual meeting of the National Association
for the Research in Science Teaching (NARST). San Antonio, TX. Shapiro, M., Annetta,
L.A. (August 3, 2016). Learning Chemistry via Serious Educational Games. Paper presented
at the Biennial Conference on Chemical Education (BCCE). Greeley, CO. Shapiro, M.,
Merkebu, J., Annetta, L.A., Kitsantas, A. (August 3, 2016). The Effect of Game Design
on Chemistry Students’ Metacognitive Processes. Paper presented at the Biennial Conference
on Chemical Education (BCCE). Greeley, CO. Annetta, L.A., Shapiro, M., Stribling,
S., Menditto, A., Kurz, L.A., Berkeley, S., & Luh, A. (April 15, 2016). Developing
a Project Based Learning Progression in a Development Project. Paper presented at
the annual meeting of the National Association for the Research in Science Teaching
(NARST). Baltimore, MD. Vallett, D., Lamb, R., Annetta, L.A., & Shapiro, M. (April
15, 2016). Intersection of Creativity and the Design Process in SEG Design-Based Research.
Paper presented at the annual meeting of the National Association for the Research
in Science Teaching (NARST). Baltimore, MD. Lamb, R., Annetta, L.A., Firestone, J.,
Vallett, D., Shapiro, M. & Matthews, B. (January 8, 2016). Examination of moderators
of student cognition, affect, and learning outcomes using Serious Educational games,
Serious Games and Simulations in the science classroom. Paper presented at the annual
meeting of the Association for Science Teacher Education (ASTE). Reno, NV. Annetta,
L.A., Lamb, R., Vallett, D., Shapiro, M. & Matthews, B. (January 7, 2016). Developing
a Project Based Learning Progression in a Technology Rich Environment. Paper presented
at the annual meeting of the Association for Science Teacher Education (ASTE). Reno,
NV. Shapiro, M., Luh, A., Annetta, L. (October 2, 2015). Learning progressions in
science: Implications for students with LD. Poster presented at the Council for Learning
Disabilities Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV. Lamb, R., Vallett, D., Annetta, L.,
Petrie, K., Cheng, R., Shapiro, M., Matthews, B. (April 12, 2015) Examination of latent
class profile transition analysis of K-12 students STEM career selection moderated
using Serious Educational Games. Paper presented at the annual meeting of the National
Association for the Research in Science Teaching (NARST), Chicago, IL. Vallett, D.,
Lamb, R., Annetta, L., Cheng, R., Shapiro, M., Matthews, B. (April 12, 2015) The influence
of Serious Educational Game Design on student interest in STEM. Paper presented at
the annual meeting of the National Association for the Research in Science Teaching
(NARST), Chicago, IL. Petrie, K., Lamb, R., Vallett, D., Annetta, L., Cheng, R., Shapiro,
M., Matthews, B. (April 12, 2015) Individual differences/moderators of science content
via 21st century skill acquisition using Serious Educational Games. Poster presented
at the annual meeting of the National Association for the Research in Science Teaching
(NARST), Chicago, IL. Lamb, R., Annetta, L., Vallett, D., Firestone, J., Petrie K.,
Shapiro, M., Matthews, B., Lamb, R. E., Cunningham, K.R., Hiliker, H. (April 3, 2015).
Factors influencing STEM major and career selection, Poster presented at Washington
State University Academic Showcase. Pullman, WA. Petrie, K., Lamb, R., Vallett, D.,
Annetta, L., Cheng, R., Shapiro, M., Matthews, B. (January 9, 2015) Examination of
individual differences and moderators of science content and 21st Century Skill acquisition.
Paper presented at the National conference of Association of Science Teacher Education
(ASTE), Portland, OR. Lamb, R., Vallett, D., Annetta, L., Petrie, K., Cheng, R., Shapiro,
M., Matthews, B. (January 9, 2015) Latent class profile transition analysis of student
STEM career selection using Serious Educational Games. Paper presented at the National
conference of Association of Science Teacher Education (ASTE), Portland, OR.
Assistant ProfessorSam Houston State University
Phone: 936-294-2556Email: axv067@shsu.eduAdrian Villalta-Cerdas's WebsiteDepartment of Chemistry & Biochemistry:
California State University, Bakersfield
9001 Stockdale Highway #62
Bakersfield, CA 93311-1022
(661) 654-2030| Email: chemistry@csub.edu
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