Faculty
BIO
Dr. Ahrens studies developmental origins of health and disease, investigating microbial, genetic, and molecular factors. An active investigator in large, prospective cohorts, she leverages multi-omic datasets for biomarker discovery and predictive modeling to inform clinical practice and advocacy. She has growing interest in OneHealth.
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As Assistant Professor of Space Biology at the Space Life Science Laboratory, Nils' research comprises the rational engineering of microbial metabolism to increase the carbon-efficiency of biochemical pathways for assimilation of single-carbon compounds and the conversion thereof into advanced biomaterials.
BIO
Dr. Bacusmo is a Lecturer in the Department of Microbiology and Cell Science specializing in General Microbiology, Bioinformatics, and International Studies. She aims to provide an immersive learning environment that fosters critical thinking, encourages active student participation, and empowers students to continually pursue excellence in their chosen disciplines.
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The De Anda Lab focuses on understanding the evolution of microbial metabolism in extreme environments through a comprehensive approach that integrates lab work, fieldwork, and computational methods. The lab bridges data science and microbial ecology employing culture-independent techniques to uncover the metabolic principles of governing microbial life across ecological and evolutionary scales.
Valerie de Crecy-Lagard
Distinguished Professor and Associate Chair.
352-392-9416
vcrecy@ufl.edu | Publications
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Jamie Foster
Assistant Director Astraeus Space Institute and Professor
321-525-1047
jfoster@ufl.edu | Publications
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The Passalacqua lab (a.k.a. the Laboratory of Nucleic Acids) focuses on the discovery and structural characterization of functional nucleic acids (RNA, DNA, and modified nucleic acids) using bioinformatic, biochemical, biophysical, and structural biology methods. Current research topics include non-coding RNAs and DNAs involved in gene regulation, host-pathogen/microbe interactions, genome stability, and origins and evolution of life in the universe.
Nian Wang
Mr. and Mrs. J. R. (Rip) Graves Eminent Scholar Endowed Chair
863-596-8828
nianwang@ufl.edu | Publications
