Faculty
July 18, 2022
Zachary Berndsen
The Berndsen Lab focuses on utilizing and developing state-of-the-art cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) techniques in combination with other biochemical, molecular, and computational tools to interrogate the structure and function of important biomolecular systems within the context of human disease. Our aim is to create bridges between basic and translational science with the goal of making discoveries that will both strengthen our fundamental understanding of these systems and accelerate the development of potentially life-saving therapies. To do so, we will not only rely on internal expertise but engage in extensive collaboration with other research laboratories both on the Mizzou campus and…
May 31, 2022
Gurbir Singh
Singh’s faculty appointment includes research and Extension responsibilities in applied soil science-agroecology and landscape position management. He serves as State Extension Specialist for landscape position management. His research is focused on spatial/temporal modeling of nutrient dynamics in the plant, soil, water, and gaseous phases ranging from plot scale to watershed scale. His program includes developing prescription models for landscape position-based research. His research also involves understanding the effects of management practices such as cover crops, tillage, and topography on crop yields, soil and water quality in row crop production systems. At the Northern Missouri Research, Extension and Education Center, his…
Feb. 21, 2022
Sam Lord
Educational background Ph.D. (in progress), University of Missouri, Natural Resources – Emphasis in Soil B.S. 2016, University of Missouri, Soil, Environmental, and Atmospheric Sciences – Emphasis in Soil Courses taught Soil 2100 Lecture: Introduction to Soil Science Soil 2106 Laboratory: Introductory Soil Science Lab NATR 1070: Ecology and Conservation of Renewable Resources…
Feb. 7, 2022
John Driver
Jan. 24, 2022
Bradley Wilson
My PhD research focused on soil and foliar applied nutrients in high-yielding cotton production systems, cover crop establishment and management in dryland cotton production systems, and evaluation of leaf and bract trichome density effects upon cotton fiber quality. The goal of my program is to provide timely research-based information for cotton producers that can be used as decision-making tools in their operation to increase productivity and profitability. Research will focus on agronomic practices in cotton production, including on-farm cultivar evaluations, nutrient management practices, pest management practices, and cultural management strategies such as planting date, seeding rate, cover crop utilization…
Dec. 20, 2021
Clarissa Durie
Cells must interface with and adapt to the outside world, and one critical way they achieve this is through the dynamic and specific action of secretion systems that transport molecules in and out of cells. Over the last several decades, scientists have identified numerous cellular secretion systems from bacteria to human. However, there are still many unanswered questions about precisely how and when they function. The goal of my research program is to integrate biochemical, biophysical, and genetic approaches to understand the structure, regulation, and function of bacterial secretion systems in their physiological contexts. Bacterial pathogens represent a significant threat…
Nov. 29, 2021
Juan Cabrera-Garcia
Juan Cabrera’s appointment is split between MU and UMKC. At MU, his appointment includes extension and research responsibilities focused on horticulture crops. He developed extension programs focused on consumer horticulture, commercial horticulture, and increasing awareness of MU Extension among Hispanics in Missouri. He plans to conduct applied research projects that will result in practical recommendations that will improve the horticulture farming industry in Missouri. He is part of the Missouri Institute for Defense and Energy at UMKC. His appointment includes research responsibilities focused on urban horticulture. He plans to conduct research that will result in new technologies and recommendations to…
Sep. 17, 2021
Michael Sunde
Sunde’s research focuses on using quantitative modeling, geospatial and remote sensing approaches to evaluate the impacts of stressors such as urbanization, deforestation and climatic pressures on the environment and to map ecosystems at large scales, with an emphasis on watershed hydrology. His work uses an array of geographic, climatic and remotely sensed data, along with machine learning and physically based models to produce information that can be of utility to planners and decision makers. Educational background Ph.D. Natural Resources, University of Missouri…
Aug. 27, 2021
Jacob Westhoff
The research conducted by Jacob Westhoff primarily focuses on the applied needs of state and federal cooperators as part of the Missouri Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit. These needs often include study of life history, distribution, habitat use, environmental tolerances, and general ecology of aquatic organisms. Educational background Ph.D., Fisheries and Wildlife, University of Missouri M.S., Biology, Tennessee Technological University…
Aug. 16, 2021
Kantha Channaiah
Educational background Ph.D., Kansas State University…