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Emmett Smith is an Associate Professor of Biology at Earlham College, located at 801 National Road, Richmond, Indiana. He holds dual affiliations with the Biology Department and the Exercise, Sport and Health Studies program, and leads the Icelandic Field Studies Program. His primary research focuses on environmental DNA (eDNA) analysis in Icelandic ecosystems, glacier microbiomes, and ethical considerations in CRISPR genome editing. Smith teaches courses in genetics, cell physiology, and bioethics, and actively involves students in fieldwork and laboratory research.
Education
- Ph.D., University of Massachusetts Medical School
- Certificate in College Teaching, Worcester State University
- B.S., Purdue University
Research Interests
Smith's work integrates molecular biology with environmental science, emphasizing:
- eDNA applications for climate change monitoring
- CFTR gene regulatory mechanisms
- CRISPR technology ethics
- LGBTQ+ inclusion in STEM fields
Research Contributions
Recent work explores:
- DIY field DNA tools (PortaLyzer)
- Microbiome dynamics in glacial forefields
- Equity considerations in ecological research
Professional Affiliations
- Indiana Academy of Science
- American Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- Research Experiences in Microbiomes Network
Teaching & Mentoring
Smith advises students in interdisciplinary projects combining lab work with field expeditions to Iceland. His Earlham Seminars address cutting-edge bioethical dilemmas in genome editing.
Lab/Field Locations
Primary research spaces include Stanley Hall Room 141 and CoLab 107 at Earlham, with fieldwork conducted in Iceland's Sólheimajökull, Kvíárjökull glaciers and Seyðisfjörður fjord areas.
