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Scott Bernhardt is a Professional Practice Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at Utah State University (USU), where he directs the undergraduate Public Health program. He holds a PhD in Microbiology from Colorado State University (2009) and an MPH in Hospital and Molecular Epidemiology from the University of Michigan (2002).
- PhD, Microbiology, Colorado State University, 2009
- MPH, Hospital and Molecular Epidemiology, University of Michigan, 2002
- BS, Public Health, Utah State University, 1998
His research focuses on population genetics and vector competence of arthropod-borne diseases, particularly in sand flies, fleas, and mosquitoes. He integrates molecular biology and animal models to study genomic and anatomical factors in disease transmission and applies vector control techniques to agricultural analysis. Teaching interests include epidemiology, infectious diseases, and the general education course Plagues, Pests, and People.
His 15 most recent publications span medical entomology, molecular diagnostics, and public health epidemiology, with keywords like Vector Biology, Infectious Disease Surveillance, and Genomic Adaptation, emphasizing sand fly resistance, mosquito RNA evolution, and climate-related health risks.
- American Society of Microbiology Post-doctoral Fellowship, 2009
- CDC Fellowship Training Program, 2004
- Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education Fellow, 2002
- Inland Northwest Research Alliance Fellow, 1999
He has mentored graduate students including Rose Sepesy, Nadya Keweshan, Shawna Hennings, and David Denlinger. His teaching history includes courses on epidemiology, industrial hygiene, and public health seminars from 2011 to 2024.
