Julio Serrano
About Julio Serrano
Julio Serrano serves as the Assistant Managing Editor at the American Chemical Society, where he oversees three journals in the ACS Publications portfolio. He holds a PhD in Organic Chemistry from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and has extensive research experience across multiple prestigious institutions.
Work at American Chemical Society
Julio Serrano serves as the Assistant Managing Editor at the American Chemical Society (ACS) since 2021. In this role, he manages three journals within the ACS Publications portfolio, which include ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, Chemical Research in Toxicology, and ACS Earth and Space Chemistry. His responsibilities involve overseeing editorial processes and ensuring the quality of published research. This position allows him to contribute significantly to the dissemination of scientific knowledge in the field of chemistry.
Education and Expertise
Julio Serrano earned his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Organic Chemistry from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he studied from 2012 to 2017. Prior to this, he obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemistry from the University of Maryland College Park, completing his studies from 2010 to 2012. He is currently pursuing postdoctoral studies in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the same university, which he has been engaged in since 2018. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in chemistry and engineering.
Research Experience
Julio Serrano has extensive research experience in various academic settings. He worked as a Research Assistant at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign from 2012 to 2018, contributing to multiple projects over six years. He also served as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the same institution from 2018 to 2021. Earlier, he gained research experience as an Undergraduate Researcher in Professor Jeffery Davis's Lab at the University of Maryland from 2011 to 2012 and as an REU Intern in the Biogeochemistry Lab at Towson University in 2010. Additionally, he completed an Amgen Internship at MIT in 2011.
Commitment to Diversity in STEM
Julio Serrano is passionate about promoting diversity within STEM fields. He is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of scientists, aiming to create an inclusive environment for aspiring researchers. His commitment to diversity reflects his understanding of the importance of varied perspectives in scientific inquiry and innovation.