Dr. Jason Peters

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jason M Peters is an Associate Professor in the School of Pharmacy at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. His research focuses on bacterial genetics, particularly addressing critical issues related to bioeconomy and antimicrobial resistance. Using CRISPR-based functional genomics approaches, he defines the roles of gene networks involved in processes where microbes convert plant material into valuable biofuels and bioproducts, as well as targeting antibiotic resistance. Currently, he is developing innovative CRISPR tools for exploring gene function in bioenergy-relevant alpha-Proteobacteria, such as Zymomonas mobilis and antibiotic-resistant ESKAPE pathogens like Acinetobacter baumannii. He is also involved in various committees, including the School of Pharmacy Assessment Committee and the Microbiology Doctoral Training Program Steering Committee.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-08-01 — Present

School of Pharmacy, University of Wisconsin-Madison • Madison, WI

Research and teach in the areas of bacterial genetics and antimicrobial resistance.

Courses

Pharmaceutical Genetics Pharmacology II Principles of Pharmaceutical Sciences Prokaryotic Molecular Biology Pharmaceutical Biotechnology & Pharmacogenomics

Requirements for University of Wisconsin–Madison

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:92
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:125
Overall
Required:125
Prerequisites
Programming experience (Data Structures, Machine Organization) One year college-level calculus
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • CV/Resume
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Unofficial transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Computer Sciences