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Douglas G. Cole is a Professor and Associate Chair in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Idaho. His research focuses on intraflagellar transport (IFT) mechanisms, gliding motility in Chlamydomonas reinhardtii, and algal lipid production for biofuel applications. He holds a Ph.D. from Washington State University and has been affiliated with the College of Science since joining the faculty.
His research interests include molecular mechanisms underlying ciliary/flagellar assembly, protein transport dynamics, and the biotechnological potential of microalgae. Notable contributions involve defining structural-functional relationships in IFT complexes and characterizing gliding motility proteins like FMG-1B.
Selected Research Trends: Over 15 years of publications (2005–2012) emphasize IFT protein interactions (IFT Complex A/B), radial spoke assembly, and flagellar tip regulation. Recent work explores lipid metabolism in algae for biofuel development.
Professional Contributions: Serves as a grant reviewer for NSF, NIH, and European agencies. Editorial roles include journals like Cell, Current Biology, and Journal of Biological Chemistry.
Awards:
- 2010 Outstanding Advisor Award, College of Agricultural & Life Sciences
- 2006 Excellence in Teaching Award, WWAMI Medical Program
Lab Focus: Combines biochemistry, genetics, and microscopy to study flagellar/ciliary biology and algal biotechnology. Collaborations span structural biology (protein purification) and applied research (lipid analysis of regional microorganisms).
