
Derek Guenther
SENIOR PRODUCT SCIENTIST
There’s a critical bridge between creativity and science. And that connection really feeds into the idea of discovering what can be done that was not done before.
This is such an exciting time for spectroscopy because of rapid advancements in both hardware and software, and because of the collaborative fusion between hardware and software that’s driving amazing leaps across industries.
In my 15+ years with Ocean Optics I have done different things, working on applications as interesting and diverse as dialysis fluid analysis and pharma tank cleaning.
What’s Derek Doing?
Like many great scientists and engineers, Derek thrives on experiencing what’s possible with today’s spectroscopy technologies and advanced numerical methods.
He’s got a video series called “What’s Derek Doing?” Check out his latest episodes.
New White Papers & Events

Beyond Silicon: Quality Control in the Perovskite Solar Revolution
Derek examines how quality control is driving the performance and scalability of Perovskite solar cells in this next-gen photovoltaic breakthrough.
Sweet Insight: Broadband Reflection Spectroscopy for Glucose Analysis
At the 2025 Spectroscopy Summit, Derek shared how broadband reflection techniques are advancing non-invasive glucose monitoring.
Explore Derek’s Presentations and Scientific Papers

Webinar: Rapid Detection of Urea
Evaluating Spectroscopy for Effective Peritoneal Dialysis Fluid Analysis

Webinar: PFAS in Drinking Water
Comparing Spectroscopic Techniques for Drinking Water Quality Control

App Note: Getting Your Protein from Raman
Advanced Bioengineering Applications Using 785 nm Raman and UV-Vis Spectroscopy

App Note: Real or Fake Sneakers?
NIR Spectroscopy: A Tool for Authenticating Consumer Goods and Fighting Counterfeits

App Note: Monitoring Emission Peaks in Plasma
Compact Spectrometers for Oxygen and Carbon Tetrafluoride in Plasma Systems