Daniel Bond

Daniel Bond is a Professor in the Department of Plant and Microbial Biology at the University of Minnesota, College of Biological Sciences. His research focuses on microbial electron transfer mechanisms, particularly in Geobacter species, and their applications in bioenergy, bioremediation, and bioelectronic devices. He leads a multidisciplinary lab that explores the molecular basis of extracellular respiration and develops advanced electrochemical tools for microbial studies.

• Education: Implied Ph.D. in Microbiology (via postdoc at University of Massachusetts).
• Collaborations: Fengbin Wang, Allon Hochbaum, Ed Egelman, Hammond Lab.

His work bridges microbiology and electrochemistry, revealing how bacteria like Geobacter use conductive pathways to survive in metal-rich environments. Current projects include studying voltage-dependent electron transfer, surface sensing mechanisms, and the role of cyclic dinucleotides in microbial signaling.

Recent publications highlight discoveries in Geobacter nanowire diversity, potential-dependent electron transfer, and second messenger signaling. The lab emphasizes open-access publishing and welcomes graduate students through the PBM, MICaB, and BMBB programs.

Scientific Awards:

• Journal of Bacteriology Editor's Pick (2022)
• ChemElectroChem Cover Feature (2022)
• Commentary in Journal of Bacteriology on Geobacter biofilm conductivity (2014)

Bond's lab also develops custom electrochemical reactors to study microbial interactions under controlled conditions, emphasizing reproducibility and precision in experimental design.