Professor Dr. Silvia Cardona

Biography

Silvia T. Cardona is a Professor and the Associate Head of Graduate Studies in the Department of Microbiology at the University of Manitoba, where she applies her expertise in molecular mechanisms that control microbial growth in diverse environments and infection sites. Her research focuses on developing genomic and synthetic biology tools aimed at identifying essential genes, which facilitate the discovery of antimicrobials and the synthesis and degradation of bioplastics for biotechnological applications. Professor Cardona's work emphasizes exploring Burkholderia, a group of Gram-negative bacteria known for their remarkable biotechnological potential and their role in opportunistic infections. She actively supervises graduate students in her lab, fostering an environment of innovation and collaboration in microbiological research.

Research Interests