Sam Katzif

Sam Katzif, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Microbiology & Immunology at Midwestern University. His appointments span multiple colleges:

• College of Pharmacy, Glendale Campus
• College of Graduate Studies - Arizona
• Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine
• College of Veterinary Medicine

His educational background includes:

• Ph.D. from Georgia State University (1999)
• M.S. from Baylor University (1983)
• B.A. from Georgia Southern University (1971)

Dr. Katzif's research focuses on microbiology and immunology, with specific interests in bacterial genetics, molecular mechanisms of bacterial stress responses, and medical microbiology. His 2017 publication on the cold shock response in Staphylococcus aureus demonstrates his expertise in gene regulation and bacterial adaptation. These research areas are critical for understanding infectious diseases and developing new therapeutic strategies.

He teaches medical microbiology across multiple health professions programs, including for the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Podiatric Medicine, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, and Doctor of Pharmacy degrees. Additionally, he has taught leadership courses such as "A Foundation for Leadership" and "Being a Leader & the Effective Exercise of Leadership".

No scientific awards were mentioned in the provided information.

While specific details about his advisees and research grants were not provided, his role as an associate professor and his publication record indicate involvement in graduate education and research.