Kyle Seifert

Kyle Seifert, Ph.D., is a Professor and Academic Unit Head in the Department of Biology at James Madison University (JMU), where he has been employed since 2004. His research centers on interdisciplinary antimicrobial development, specifically collaborating with Dr. Kevin Caran (Chemistry and Biochemistry) to synthesize and analyze amphiphiles targeting antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences (Microbiology and Immunology), University of Florida (2004)
• B.A. in Biology, Augustana University (1997)

Research Focus: Dr. Seifert investigates structure-activity relationships of synthetic amphiphiles, aiming to overcome antibiotic resistance. His work spans microbiology, organic chemistry, and colloidal science, with emphasis on practical applications for pathogen eradication.

Publication Trends (2015–2017): Recent articles explore amphiphile design, colloidal antimicrobial systems, and bacterial resistance mechanisms. Key themes include synergistic mixtures, quaternary ammonium compounds, and structure-driven activity optimization against multidrug-resistant pathogens.

Collaborations: He co-leads a research initiative with the Caran Lab (JMU Chemistry), merging biological and chemical expertise to advance antimicrobial therapeutics.