Department of Biology
College of Science, Engineering, and Technology
Jackson State University’s degree options in Biology is designed to prepare students for graduate or professional studies, as well as for entering the job market. Students can elect to specialize in Environmental Science, Marine Biology, Pre-Health Careers(Dentistry, Medicine, Optometry, etc.), or Pre-Health Career Prerequisites (Pre-Dental, Hygiene, Pre-Nursing).
Dr. Paul B. Tchounwou
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Office: JAP Science Building – Rm 234
Email: paul.b.tchounwou@jsums.edu
Phone: (601) 979-0777
Fax: (601) 979-2058
Education
- Post-Doc., Tulane University Medical Center Molecular Toxicology, 1996.
- Sc.D., Tulane University Medical Center Environmental Toxicology, 1990.
- M.S.P.H., Tulane University Medical Center Environmental Health Sciences, 1986.
- M.Sc., University of Yaounde Biochemistry, 1984.
- B.Sc., University of Yaounde Biological Sciences, 1983.
Research Interests
- Molecular and cellular mechanisms of chemical-induced toxicity;
- Environmental mutagenicity and carcinogenicity;
- Chemical modulation of cell cycle progression;
- Biomarkers of exposure, sensitivity and effect;
- Chemical-induced apoptosis and necrosis;
- Environmental pathology and health risk assessment;
- Environmental epidemiology and public health;
- QSAR, toxicokinetics and environmental modeling.
- Environmental epidemiology and public health
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For more information, please contact us at (601) 979-2586 or submit your questions and requests to biologydept@jsums.edu. We look forward to meeting with you and seeing how our program can help you achieve your goals.