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Tim Miyashiro is a Professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Penn State University, where he has been since 2013. His research focuses on using laboratory studies of squid-vibrio symbiosis to understand the mechanisms by which bacteria establish symbiosis with animals. He previously trained as a postdoctoral fellow in Dr. Edward G. Ruby’s laboratory at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and earned his Ph.D. in Physics at the University of Pennsylvania under Dr. Mark Goulian. He also holds a B.S. in Physics from the University of Delaware. His teaching contributions include courses in microbiology, emphasizing the profound effects of microbes on Earth's history and the evolution of higher organisms, including humans. He is actively involved in mentoring students and has received several awards for his teaching excellence and mentorship. His notable research interests include bioinformatics, genomics, cell biology, developmental biology, biochemistry, enzymology, microbiology, infectious disease, and gene regulation. He has a significant record of published research and engagement in departmental committees and initiatives related to microbiomes and infectious disease dynamics.
Penn State University • University Park, PA
Conducting research and teaching in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
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