Edwin Davidson PhD, MS, MEd
Scientist
Responsibilities:
Hydration and Biochemistry Research at GSSI IMG
GSSI Teammate Since:
2025
Area of Expertise:
Analytical biochemistry, nanotechnology, and biomedical research
Education:
BS University of Panama (Chemistry), MEd Technological University of Panama (Higher Education), MS University of Central Florida (Nanotechnology), and PhD University of Central Florida (Chemistry)
Athletic Background:
Edwin currently enjoys weightlifting, playing tennis, pickleball and volleyball.
Scientific Background
Edwin Davidson, Ph.D. is a chemistry scientist with expertise in analytical biochemistry, nanotechnology, and biomedical research. He began his career as a forensic chemist, analyzing controlled substances in criminal investigations, before earning his Ph.D. in Chemistry and M.S. in Nanotechnology from the University of Central Florida (UCF). As a Research Associate at UCF, he led the development and validation of analytical methods for nanoformulations for both biomedical and agricultural drug delivery applications. During his doctoral studies, he also gained industry experience at Ocean Spray Cranberries Inc., where he implemented a phenolic compound quantification method to support antioxidant claims across multiple product lines. Outside the lab, Edwin enjoys outdoor activities, playing pickleball, and traveling, having visited over 10 different countries.