Richard L. Puzdrowski Jr.

Richard L. Puzdrowski Jr. is an Associate Professor of Biology, Biotechnology, and Environmental Science at the University of Houston-Clear Lake (UHCL), serving as the Department Chair of Biology and Biotechnology within the College of Science and Engineering. He also acts as the Cooperative Degree Program Advisor. His contact information includes the office number 281-283-3750 and office location B3525-4.

Dr. Puzdrowski’s research focuses on Comparative Anatomy, Vertebrate Physiology, and Neurobiology. His teaching responsibilities include courses such as Human Anatomy (lecture and lab), Principles of Human Physiology, Pathophysiology, Comparative Animal Physiology, Neuroscience, and Laboratory for Physiology. While no specific awards or grants are listed, his roles emphasize academic leadership and interdisciplinary engagement in biological sciences.

As department chair, he oversees curricular and administrative matters, contributing to the development of undergraduate and graduate programs in biology and biotechnology. His academic contributions span teaching advanced physiology concepts and advising cooperative degree initiatives.