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Dr. Allyn Ontko
Associate Professor of Chemistry
Education
- Postdoctoral work at UNC - Chapel Hill and the University of Iowa
- Ph.D. Chemistry, Iowa State University
- M.S. Chemistry, University of Wyoming
- B.Chem. Chemistry, University of Minnesota
Teaching Specialties
- Organic chemistry
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Pharmacology
- Toxicology
Research Interests
- Rational drug design
- Structure-Activity Relationships
- Cellular uptake and toxicology of transition metals
- Biosensor development
Affiliations
- American Chemical Society
- American Cancer Society
Biography
Dr. Ontko’s research focuses on the anticancer activity of gold-containing coordination complexes in a variety of ovarian cancer cell lines. Specifically, his group examines the effects of a) the oxidation state of the central gold atom, b) variations in the ligand environment, and c) gold induced apoptosis on cellular signaling processes. Other research interests include overcoming cancer resistance, DNA-based biosensors, and transition metal containing micronutrients.
Contact Information
P:
870-972-3472
F:
870-972-3089
aontko@AState.edu
Office
Building: Lab Science West
Room: 548
