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Jessica Jacob, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor of Biology in the Department of Natural Science at the College of Natural and Computational Sciences, Hawaii Pacific University (HPU). Her work bridges marine biology, infectious disease research, and public health, with a focus on zoonotic pathogens and disease mitigation in mammalian hosts.
Education:
- Postdoctoral Scholar, Disease Mitigation – Oregon State University
- Ph.D., Veterinary Medical Sciences – University of Florida
- M.S., Marine Science – Hawaii Pacific University
- B.S., Marine Biology – Hawaii Pacific University
- A.S., Marine Science and Geographic Information Systems – Colorado Northwestern Community College
Her research focuses on the detection and characterization of viral and bacterial pathogens in marine and terrestrial mammals, particularly those that can be transmitted to humans. She investigates disease impacts on individual animals and populations and explores mitigation strategies such as vaccines and probiotics. Her professional interests include molecular biology, microbiology, and marine mammal health, which are reflected in both her research and teaching.
While no recent publications are listed in the provided text, her research trajectory suggests strong engagement in infectious disease ecology, zoonosis, and translational biomedical interventions in wildlife.
She is actively involved in mentoring students through laboratory research opportunities and teaches courses including Cell and Molecular Biology Laboratory, General Biology, and Marine Mammal Biology. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes real-world relevance, student engagement, and preparation for future careers in science.
There is no mention of scientific awards or fellowships in the current profile.
She mentors undergraduate and graduate students in her laboratory and integrates research into her teaching. Though no specific grants are listed, her postdoctoral and academic trajectory suggest prior funding support for disease mitigation research. Her lab likely focuses on molecular detection of pathogens and evaluation of immune-modulating interventions in marine species.
Jessica Jacob is actively contributing to marine health science and undergraduate education at HPU, combining field-relevant research with dedicated mentorship and innovative teaching.
