Research Focus Areas
Dr. Quinete's lab is dedicated to advancing environmental science by focusing on critical research areas, supported by cutting-edge analytical methods.
Environmental Chemistry
Assessing sources, distribution, and fate of persistent organic pollutants in environmental compartments using cutting-edge methodologies.
Emerging Contaminants
Studying contaminants of emerging concern such as PFAS and phthalates which are ubiquitous, persistent, bioaccumulative, and toxic in the environment.
Environmental Health
Understanding contaminant load and impacts on humans and animals through advanced analytical techniques (omics approach).
Analytical Methods Development
Our research is underpinned by advanced analytical methods based on mass spectrometry, ensuring high accuracy and sensitivity in contaminant detection and quantification:
Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS)
High-resolution separation and detection of volatile and semi-volatile persistent organic contaminants.
Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS)
Targeted and non-targeted analysis (NTA) for comprehensive screening and quantification of emerging contaminants like PFAS.
Method Optimization and Validation
Rigorous analytical protocol validation, matrix effect assessment, and standard operating procedures for complex environmental matrices.
Laboratory Facilities & Equipment
State-of-the-art analytical instrumentation, sample extraction stations, and wet lab infrastructure at FIU
Analytical instrumentation and mass spectrometry laboratory
Analytical instrumentation and mass spectrometry laboratory
Sample preparation and extraction workstation
Sample preparation and extraction workstation
High-resolution mass spectrometry instrument setup
High-resolution mass spectrometry instrument setup
A researcher working with analytical equipment in a lab, focused on a monitor and machinery
A researcher working with analytical equipment in a lab, focused on a monitor and machinery