- Genetics
- Toxicology
- Molecular Genetics
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Linda Niedziela is an Associate Professor of Biology and Chair of the Department of Biology at Elon University, where she has served since 2000 after positions at the University of Richmond and North Carolina A&T State University. Her research integrates molecular genetics with environmental toxicology to investigate contaminant effects on biological systems. Education: Ph.D. in Genetics and Developmental Biology, West Virginia University (1987) B.S. in Pre-Professional Biology, University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown (1984) Research Interests: Dr. Niedziela specializes in genetic toxicology and environmental contaminant impacts, utilizing zebrafish and brine shrimp models to study developmental neurotoxicology, mutagenesis, and pollutant effects. Her work bridges molecular mechanisms with ecological health, emphasizing undergraduate research training in toxicological methodologies and biotechnology applications. Publication Trends: Her 9 publications (1986-2009) demonstrate an evolution from foundational genotoxicity assays (micronucleus, sister chromatid exchange) using mammalian models to applied aquatic toxicology with zebrafish, alongside educational innovations in bioinformatics. Recurring themes include chemical risk assessment of environmental pollutants and pedagogical development for science education. Scientific Awards: Historically Minority University Biotechnology Program Initiative Service Award (2002) FANS - Faculty Assisting New Students (2004) Pan-Hellenic Excellence in Teaching Recognition (2005) Rawl’s Professor for Undergraduate Research in the Sciences (2007-2010) Elon College Excellence in Teaching Award (2011) Advising and Grants: She has mentored 17+ undergraduate researchers through co-authored conference presentations and guided over a dozen Elon College Fellows. Her $244,733 in secured funding includes 9 grants from the North Carolina Biotechnology Center and Elon University for establishing zebrafish models, enhancing molecular biology infrastructure, and investigating oil dispersant toxicity, demonstrating strong support for her research program. Labs and Teams: Dr. Niedziela directs a toxicology research laboratory featuring specialized aquatic habitats for zebrafish studies and collaborates with the Elon College Fellows program as Mathematics/National Science Branch Director, shaping interdisciplinary science education while advancing campus-wide undergraduate research initiatives.










