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Rong Zhang is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer & Information Science & Engineering at the University of Florida. He is affiliated with the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering and holds a Ph.D. from Rutgers University. His research focuses on Image and Signal Analysis and Machine Learning, though recent publications suggest interdisciplinary work in entomological microbiology and symbiotic relationships.
Dr. Zhang's academic career includes contributions to understanding microbiome dynamics in insects, particularly spider mites and leaf-miners, exploring how endosymbionts like Wolbachia influence host physiology and behavior. His work bridges computational methods with biological systems, though formal research areas listed remain in computer science.
Publications since 2020 highlight investigations into thermal tolerance, microbial community divergence, and symbiont effects on host biology. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in available materials. Contact details include rzhang@cise.ufl.edu and an office in MH 5107. No advising or grant information is provided in the text.
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