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Laura H. Saltman is an Associate Professor of Instruction in the Department of Biological Sciences at Ohio University's College of Arts and Sciences, where she teaches undergraduate courses including Biological Sciences I, General Genetics, and Microbiology. She holds a Ph.D. from Columbia University and has transitioned into full-time science education, previously teaching at Bard High School Early College in Queens, NY.
Education:
- Ph.D., Columbia University
Her research background spans molecular biology and microbiology, with a focus on bacterial pathogenesis, phage biology, and molecular interactions between microbes and host cells. Though her recent work emphasizes teaching, her past research contributed to understanding bacterial adhesion, transcriptional regulation, and phage development inhibition. The publications reflect interdisciplinary work in cell biology, genetics, and infectious disease mechanisms.
Scientific Contributions:
- Studied invasin-integrin interactions in Yersinia
- Explored nuclear compartmentalization of transcription factors
- Contributed to phage display methodology
- Investigated plasmid-mediated phage inhibition
Laura H. Saltman is deeply committed to undergraduate science education, sharing her passion for microbiology and molecular biology with students. Her career evolution from research to teaching highlights a dedication to science pedagogy. No current research labs, grants, or advisees are listed in the available information.
