معرفی
Lark Perez, Ph.D., is a Full Professor in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at Rowan University, part of the College of Science & Mathematics. Her research focuses on applying synthetic organic chemistry to understand biological processes, particularly bacterial quorum sensing, antibiotic development, and fatty acid detection.
Education:
- Post-Doctoral Associate, Princeton University
- Ph.D., Organic Chemistry, Yale University
- B.S., Chemistry, Long Island University
Research Interests: Dr. Perez’s work spans chemical biology, organic synthesis, and medicinal chemistry. She investigates bacterial communication mechanisms (quorum sensing) to design new antibiotics and diagnostic tools. Key projects include studying quorum sensing in Vibrio cholerae and Pseudomonas aeruginosa, developing nanoparticles for pathogen-specific drug delivery, and analyzing gut microbiome interactions in disease contexts.
Recent Research Trends: Her publications highlight advancements in quorum sensing modulation, biofilm inhibition using nanoparticles, and microbiome studies in underprivileged populations. The work bridges chemistry and microbiology, with applications in infectious disease and diagnostics.
Grants & Professional Memberships: Dr. Perez holds grants in quorum sensing research and is affiliated with the American Chemical Society, American Society of Microbiology, and Sigma Xi.
Labs & Collaborations: Her lab specializes in synthetic chemistry and microbiology, collaborating on projects involving nanoparticle design, bacterial signaling pathways, and clinical microbiome studies.
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