Christos Noutsos

Christos Noutsos is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at SUNY Old Westbury. He teaches courses such as Basic Biological Sciences I and Plant Biology, focusing on foundational and specialized plant biology topics. His research spans plant genomics, transcriptomics, and molecular biology, with contributions to understanding gene expression in organisms like Brachypodium distachyon and Zea mays. He also explores clinical and educational domains, including undergraduate student motivation in STEM and the psychological factors affecting preimplantation genetic testing outcomes. Noutsos has conducted studies on nutritional impacts on plant development and the effects of dietary fatty acids on neurobiological systems.

His work integrates computational and experimental approaches, evidenced by contributions to bacteriophage genome sequencing and advancements in plant genome analysis. Noutsos' research also addresses agricultural challenges, such as optimizing phosphorus fertilization in lentils and understanding fruit ripening mechanisms in pear varieties. While no specific academic awards are listed, his publications reflect interdisciplinary engagement with both basic science and applied educational methodologies.

Advising and grant details are not explicitly provided, though his involvement in course-based research experiences suggests active mentorship of undergraduate researchers. His contributions to the iPlant collaborative highlight infrastructure development for plant bioinformatics, emphasizing his role in advancing digital tools for genomic research.