Bledar Bisha

Dr. Bledar Bisha is an Associate Professor in Food Microbiology at the University of Wyoming's Department of Animal Science. With a dual appointment as an Affiliate Assistant Professor at Iowa State University, he focuses on developing innovative strategies for foodborne pathogen detection, microbial source tracking, and combating antimicrobial resistance across food and environmental systems.

• Mjek Veteriner (D.V.M), Veterinary Medicine, Agricultural University of Tirana
• M.S. & Ph.D. in Food Science & Technology, Iowa State University
• Postdoctoral Fellow in Food Microbiology, Colorado State University

His research encompasses multi-omics approaches for microbial analysis, microfluidic biosensors for rapid diagnostics, and single-cell microbiology techniques. Recent work emphasizes microbial source tracking in water systems and antimicrobial resistance ecology in livestock-wildlife interfaces.

Publications show a strong focus on foodborne pathogens (Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli), antimicrobial resistance in agricultural and environmental contexts, and innovative detection methods including paper-based microfluidics and mass spectrometry. He has contributed to understanding resistance gene transfer dynamics and developed novel sample preparation strategies for pathogen surveillance.

• 2019–Present: Associate Professor, University of Wyoming
• 2018–Present: Affiliate Assistant Professor, Iowa State University
• 2009–2013: Postdoctoral Fellow, Colorado State University
• 2002–2009: Graduate Research Assistant, Iowa State University

Dr. Bisha teaches advanced courses in food microbiology and safety, while leading interdisciplinary research bridging agricultural practices, public health, and analytical technology development.