Dr. Krotulski’s current research and casework focus heavily on aspects related to the detection and characterization of novel psychoactive substances (NPS), including studies that examine NPS positivity, trends, metabolism, and effects through intelligence, surveillance, monitoring, and response efforts.
Alex J. Krotulski, PhD
Program Director, Master of Science in Forensic Toxicology
Associate Director of Toxicology & Chemistry, Center for Forensic Science Research & Education (CFSRE)
Contact Information
Program Director, Master of Science in Forensic Toxicology
Associate Director of Toxicology & Chemistry, Center for Forensic Science Research & Education (CFSRE)
Research & Clinical Interests
Education
PhD, Doctor of Philosophy – Chemistry, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA - 2019
Master of Science – Forensic Science, Arcadia University, Glenside, PA - 2015
Publications
- Levamisole in opioid overdose patients: An evolving adulterant landscape
- Relationship of Ethanol, Cannabinoids, Benzodiazepines, and Opioids to Serious Injuries from Falls in Adults Aged 55 and Older
- Rhabdomyolysis and Acute Kidney Injury after Use of 3-Methyl-PCP: A Case Report
- Pharmacodynamic effects and plasma pharmacokinetics of N, N-dimethyltryptamine after intranasal versus subcutaneous administration in male rats
- Naloxone Administration in Relation to Fentanyl, Xylazine, CNS Depressants, and Stimulants Exposure After Suspected Opioid Overdose: A Pilot Study
Awards
- SOFT Research in Forensic Toxicology Award, Society of Forensic Toxicologists - 2021
- Founder’s Award, Young Forensic Scientists Forum, American Academy of Forensic Sciences - 2020
- JFS Noteworthy Article, Journal of Forensic Sciences (4F-MDMB-BINACA: A New Synthetic Cannabinoid Widely Implicated in Forensic Casework) - 2019
- Best Poster Award, Toxicology Section, American Academy of Forensic Sciences (SWATH™ Acquisition vs. Information-Dependent Data Acquisition (IDA) with Application to Broad-Based Drug Screening) - 2017