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Cathryn Caudill is the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and a Professor of Pathology at the University of Pikeville. Her roles combine administrative leadership in academic affairs with teaching and research in pathology and osteopathic medicine.
Education:
- BA in Teaching Biology and Music minor, Transylvania University
- MA in Secondary Education (Biology), Morehead State University
- PhD in Plant Pathology, University of Kentucky
Research Interests: Dr. Caudill specializes in plant pathology and fungal genetics, particularly studying the rice blast fungus Magnaporthe oryzae. Her work explores telomere biology, genomic instability, and molecular mechanisms underlying fungal pathogenesis. She also contributes to medical education, focusing on osteopathic patient care and preventive health strategies.
Publications Trends: Her articles emphasize fungal genomics and telomere dynamics in pathogens, complemented by studies on HPV infection and male circumcision's public health implications. These publications reflect a blend of basic scientific research and applied medical education insights.
Awards: None explicitly listed.
Academic Contributions: While no formal advisees are noted, her teaching spans Pathology I, Pathology II, Nutrition, and Osteopathic Patient Care II, indicating a commitment to student mentorship. She has collaborated on high-impact projects, such as the 2005 Nature paper analyzing the Magnaporthe grisea genome.
Labs/Teams: Her research is part of collaborative efforts, as seen in her work with institutions like the University of Kentucky and co-authors on fungal genome initiatives.
