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Dr. Robert Grebenok is a Professor at Canisius University's College of Arts and Sciences, serving as Director of Medical Lab Science, Biology, Environmental Science, and Clinical Laboratory Science programs. His teaching philosophy emphasizes connecting molecular details to broader biological systems, focusing on the 'big picture' in biochemistry and physiology.
- Education: Ph.D. in Biochemistry (1993) and B.S. in Biology (1988) from Michigan Technological University
His research centers on plant-steroid biochemistry and insect-plant interactions, particularly ecdysteroid biosynthesis and sterol regulation of photosynthesis. His work with transgenic tobacco and Arabidopsis has advanced understanding of crop defense mechanisms against herbivorous insects and photosynthetic efficiency.
Over 25 years, his collaborations generated over $1.5M in grants and patents. Key publications highlight cross-institutional work with Texas A&M, Cornell, and University of Maryland, focusing on bee nutrition, herbivore dynamics, and transgenic plant applications.
- Scientific Awards:
- Elected to Alpha Sigma Nu Jesuit Honor Society
- Canisius University Freshmen Advisor of the Year (2010)
- Summer Research Fellowship at Michigan State University
- Advised 15 Howard Hughes Medical Institute-funded students
- Mentored recipient of American Society of Plant Physiologist Summer Undergraduate Fellowship
Dr. Grebenok's laboratory supports undergraduate research teams and maintains long-term partnerships with institutions like Texas A&M and Cornell University, continuing to explore steroid biochemistry's role in plant-insect interactions and agricultural sustainability.
