Professor of Biology; Director of Research and Strategic Initiatives
- Ph.D., Purdue University
- M.S., North Carolina State University
- B.S., North Carolina State University
Year Started at Coker
2005
Education Background
BS and MS, North Carolina State University; PhD, Purdue University
Research Background
My research background includes areas of genetics, molecular biology, fungal biology, plant pathology, and microbiology. My colleagues and I have initiated CokerºìÌÒÊÓƵ™s Bioremediation Center, where students conduct research on microbes that have the potential to help clean up harmful pollutants in the environment, including diesel fuel and microplastics. Â
Favorite Thing about being a Cobra
The opportunity to engage bright and curious students on such a beautiful campus nestled in a community surrounded by natural beauty is my favorite thing about being a Cobra.