Matthew Parrow

Matthew Parrow serves as Associate Dean for Academic Administration in the Klein College of Science and Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, where he joined in 2006 and previously held the position of associate chair for academic programs.

He earned his bachelor's degree in Biology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and his Ph.D. in Plant & Microbial Biology from North Carolina State University.

Dr. Parrow's research spans microbial cell biology, ecophysiology, harmful algal blooms, phylogenetics of eukaryotic microbes, and biotechnological applications of algae and fungi. His contributions include chapters in canonical works such as "Freshwater Algae of North America" and "Algae: Source to Treatment, Manual of Water Supply Practices," while teaching courses in cell biology, plant physiology, and microbiology.

His distinguished recognition includes:

• Fellow of the Royal Microscopical Society
• National Academy of Sciences Kavli Frontiers of Science Fellow
• Luigi Provasoli Award from the Phycological Society of America

With over 50 co-authored publications featuring student collaborators, he demonstrates strong mentorship commitment. His extensive university governance service spans departmental, college, and institutional levels, reflecting deep engagement in academic administration.