Academic Interests Microbiology Industrial and applied microbiology Acetic acid bacteria Biotechnology Cloning and genetic engineering Metabolic engineering Top Scholarly Accomplishments Nine publications in peer review journals Over five years of teaching experience in general biology, genetics, and applied microbiology Ruth-Walker fellowship (University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee) Previous Experience Post-doctorate/laboratory supervisor at the University of Bonn Ph.D. at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee B.S at St. Cloud State University Hometown Janesville, WI Hobbies Outdoor fun (hiking, biking, camping, etc.) Soccer Future Goals and Aspirations Obtain major grant Tenure Have fun while doing it Life Outside the University Wife Twin brother (identical) Little brother