Dr. Kerri Coon

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kerri Coon is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Bacteriology and an Affiliate Faculty member in the Department of Entomology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Her research focuses on the relationship between mosquitoes and their associated microbial communities, exploring how these interactions influence vector biology and disease transmission. Coon is particularly interested in the ecological roles of microbes in shaping mosquito behavior, physiology, and their capacity as disease vectors. By understanding these complex interactions, her work aims to inform strategies for controlling mosquito populations and mitigating vector-borne diseases. She is involved in various research projects that examine the implications of insect-microbe interactions on public health and environmental sustainability.

Research Interests

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