Katelyn McKindles, PhD
Assistant Professor
Biology
Education
- Post-doc – University of Michigan
- Post-doc – University of Windsor
- Ph.D. – Bowling Green State University
- M.S. – Eastern Michigan University
- B.S. – University of Michigan - Dearborn
Areas of Research
- Aquatic Microbial Ecology
- Disease Ecology
- Harmful algal blooms
Research Interests
My research focuses on questions of species interactions, food web dynamics, evolutionary drivers, and environmental adaptation, all within the context of cyanobacterial harmful algal blooms. By studying bloom interactions with viruses, parasitic fungi, amoeboid grazers and other organisms, we hope to understand how harmful algal bloom communities work together to promote bloom establishment and longevity.