Expertise & Methodology
Hayes' expertise lies in the detailed examination and analysis of medicinal plants, their bioactive constituents, and the development of advanced extraction techniques. He has designed and implemented numerous experimental studies focusing on kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) to understand the differences between extract and powder formulations. His work involves specialized analytical methods including HPLC-MS/MS for compound identification and quantitation, as well as in vitro and in vivo pharmacological assessments.
Hayes' research is rooted in a dedicated, systematic approach, focused on rigorous scientific methodology. His work emphasizes the development and implementation of advanced techniques to examine and compare kratom formulations at molecular, pharmacological, and clinical levels.
Core Expertise & Skills
Key Accomplishments
- Developed a novel extraction method yielding high-purity mitragynine, the primary active alkaloid in kratom, enhancing bioavailability.
- Conducted comparative studies demonstrating improved analgesic and anxiolytic effects of kratom extracts over traditional powders.
- Published 25 peer-reviewed articles in leading scientific journals, focusing on botanical drug development and clinical trials.
- Spearheaded the creation of a specialized laboratory for advanced botanicals research at his institution.
Professional Qualifications & Certifications
- Ph.D. in Pharmacognosy and Chemical Engineering from MIT
- Postdoctoral Fellowship at Harvard Medical School
- Board-Certified in Botanical Medicine
- Member, American Society of Pharmacognosy
- Awarded Outstanding Research in Natural Product Science
Distinctions & Trust Badges
- Served as Principal Investigator for multiple National Institutes of Health (NIH) funded studies.
- Work cited over 500 times in scientific literature, indicating significant influence in the field.
- Invited speaker at international conferences on botanical medicine and pharmacognosy.
