Gina Ammerman

Lecturer

Gina Ammerman received a master’s degree in chemistry from IUPUI in 2006. Her primary area of research is in forensic chemistry, analyzing pigmented inks using pyrolysis gas chromatography mass spectrometry. The forensic chemistry lab conducts research on pigmented inks, glitter, car paints and other trace materials found at crime scenes.

Ammerman recently presented her work on pigmented inks at the American Academy of Forensic Sciences meeting in Seattle, Wash. She intends to continue working with undergraduate students who want to participate in forensic chemistry research.