Mustafa Saifuddin

Mustafa Saifuddin is a Visiting Assistant Professor at the Department of Experimental Humanities & Social Engagement at New York University. He concurrently serves as a Staff Scientist with the Sustainable Food and Farming Program at Earthjustice, collaborating with legal and policy experts to address agricultural pollution's environmental impacts. His research bridges ecological science and social justice, focusing on microbiology, soil processes, and climate resilience.

Education:

• Bachelor's in Biology and Interdisciplinary Humanities (2013), University of Texas at Austin
• PhD in Biology with a Certificate in Biogeosciences (2018), Boston University

Research Interests: Mustafa investigates how microbial communities in forest soils influence carbon and nitrogen cycling, integrating molecular biology, stable isotope analysis, and modeling. He also examines intersections of food systems, climate change, and environmental equity. His work emphasizes translating scientific findings into actionable policies for marginalized communities.

Awards & Recognition:

• National Science Foundation Awards
• Archival Fellowship from the South Asian American Digital Archive

Advising & Grants: Mustafa has secured NSF funding for his doctoral research on microbial metabolism. His current collaborations at Earthjustice focus on reducing agricultural pollution through interdisciplinary advocacy. No formal advisee名单 are listed in current records.

Labs & Teams: Active in the Sustainable Food and Farming Program at Earthjustice, contributing to policy research and community engagement initiatives addressing agricultural sustainability and environmental justice.