Iti Mehta

Iti Mehta is an Assistant Professor of Instruction in the Biological Sciences Department at the University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas), affiliated with the School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics. Her research focuses on microbiology, molecular biology, and enzymatic processes, particularly enzymatic assays of biomolecules and bacterial metabolism. She actively participates in the Tiny Earth Network, a global initiative studentsourcing antibiotic discovery through soil-based research.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Molecular and Cell Biology, UT Dallas (2018)
• M.S. in Molecular and Cell Biology, UT Dallas (2015)
• M.Tech in Biotechnology, University of Rajasthan (2012)

Research interests include enzymatic analysis (e.g., D-mannose quantification), bacterial metabolic pathways (e.g., cysteine degradation in Salmonella and E. coli), and antibiotic discovery. Her work bridges laboratory research with educational outreach, emphasizing hands-on projects for students.

She currently does not accept undergraduate research students but contributes to pedagogical innovation through the Tiny Earth program. No scientific awards are explicitly noted, though her participation in high-impact initiatives reflects her scholarly engagement.

Labs/Teams: Active member of the Tiny Earth Network, integrating student-driven antibiotic discovery into introductory coursework.