Alex Lowrey, Ph.D.

Professor, Biology

Science, Engineering, Tech, 109, Gainesville

Area(s) of Expertise: Cell Biology, Microbiology (Advising Area of Expertise: Pre-Physician's Assistant, Pre-Occupational Therapy, Pre-Medicine)

Courses Taught

BIOL 2120K – Human Anatomy & Physiology I
BIOL 2130K – Human Anatomy & Physiology II
BIOL 2500 – Microbiology for Allied Health Professions
BIOL 2500L – Microbiology for Allied Health Professions Lab
BIOL 4060 - Mechanisms of Disease
BIOL 4390K – General Microbiology

Education

Ph.D., Biology, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 1989
M.S., Chemistry, University of Illinois at Chicago Circle, 1980
B.S., Chemistry, Illinois State University, 1976

Research/Special Interests

Dr. Lowrey is interested in factors that determine and control microbial distribution and diversity. He is also interested in cytopathology and how cells respond to various stressors. His interests in the scholarship of teaching include seeking methods to help students connect abstract biological concepts to actual clinical and public health applications.