Robert Kennedy is the Willard Distinguished University Professor of Chemistry at the University of Michigan. His research has combined his interest in biology with chemical analysis, separations and microfluidics. A theme of his group has been development of new chemical analysis tools that can be used for engineering enzymes, monitoring neurotransmitters in the brain, and studying the secretion of insulin. Key technical areas including ultra-high pressure LC, droplet microfluidics, and mass spectrometry.His work has been recognized by several awards including the ACS Award in Chromatography and the Ralph Adams Award in Bioanalytical Chemistry. He has held several service posts including Department Chair and is presently Associate Editor of Analytical Chemistry and ACS Measurement Science Au.