معرفی
Jayna L. Ditty is a Professor and Associate Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas. She holds a PhD in Biochemistry and Biology Education from the University of Iowa. Her research focuses on microbiology, including bacterial chemotaxis toward hydrocarbons, circadian rhythms in cyanobacteria, efficacy of antimicrobial compounds, and integrating bioinformatics into undergraduate curricula. She has contributed to peer-reviewed publications on microbial protocols and undergraduate research pathways. As Associate Dean, she leads initiatives in academic leadership and interdisciplinary studies. Contact: JLDITTY@stthomas.edu.
Research Interests:
- Chemotaxis mechanisms in Pseudomonas species
- Phototrophic circadian clock regulation in Synechococcus elongatus
- Development of novel antimicrobial strategies
- Enhancing bioinformatics education through innovative curricula
Recent Publications (2017):
Contributions include foundational protocols for hydrocarbon research and studies on undergraduate research program effectiveness. Her work bridges laboratory science with educational innovation.
No scientific awards explicitly noted in provided text. Currently not teaching courses during 2025 terms.
