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Dr. Jennifer Hatchel serves as a Professor of Biology at the College of Coastal Georgia, where she teaches undergraduate courses including Principles of Biology I/II, Human Anatomy & Physiology I/II, Foundations of Microbiology, Pathophysiology, Immunology, and specialized Topics in Biological Sciences covering Infectious Diseases and Environmental Microbiology. Her instructional approach integrates laboratory components across all courses, emphasizing hands-on learning.
Her academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Microbiology from Miami University (Oxford, OH), a Master's in Biology from Austin Peay State University (Clarksville, TN), and a Bachelor's in Biology from the University of Tennessee-Martin where she graduated magna cum laude.
Dr. Hatchel's research program focuses on two primary areas: investigating the antimicrobial properties of Manuka honey against pathogens like Salmonella enteritidis and Streptococcus pyogenes (recently expanded to include combinations with lemon and ethanol), and analyzing microbial populations in local river systems to assess water quality through fieldwork at locations such as Crooked River State Park. She actively involves undergraduate students in these projects, guiding independent research that bridges classroom theory with real-world applications.
No scientific awards are documented in the provided materials, but her mentorship demonstrates significant commitment to student development through supervised research. Current projects show potential for expansion into broader antimicrobial efficacy studies and longitudinal environmental monitoring, though specific grants or formal research teams remain unstated in available information.
