Alex Lowrey

Alex Lowrey, Ph.D., is a Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of North Georgia. He teaches courses in human anatomy, physiology, microbiology, and disease mechanisms, integrating clinical and public health applications into his pedagogy. Dr. Lowrey holds a Ph.D. in Biology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, an M.S. in Chemistry from the University of Illinois at Chicago Circle, and a B.S. in Chemistry from Illinois State University.

• Education:
  • Ph.D., Biology, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (1989)
  • M.S., Chemistry, University of Illinois at Chicago Circle (1980)
  • B.S., Chemistry, Illinois State University (1976)

His research focuses on microbial distribution and diversity, cytopathology under stressors, and pedagogical methods to bridge abstract biological concepts with clinical and public health practices. Dr. Lowrey advises students in pre-professional tracks such as Pre-Medicine, Pre-Physician's Assistant, and Pre-Occupational Therapy. He has taught foundational courses like BIOL 2251K (Human Anatomy & Physiology I), BIOL 2260K (Microbiology for Allied Health), and BIOL 4060 (Mechanisms of Disease).