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. Anita K. Patlolla
Office: JAP Science Building – Rm 406
Email: anita.k.patlolla@jsums.edu
Phone: (601) 979-0210
Fax: (601)979-5358
Education
- Ph.D., Jackson State University, Jackson, MS, 1997
- M.S., Osmania University, Hyderabad, AP, (India), 1989
- B.S., Osmania University, Hyderabad, AP, (India), 1988
Research Interests
- Toxicity of nanoparticles (Nanotoxicology)
- Toxicity of heavy metals and pesticides
- Genotoxicity Bioassay (Chromosomal aberrations, Micronucleus Test and Comet assay)
- Biochemical studies in different organs of an animal model exposed to heavy metals, pesticides and nanoparticles.
- Histopathological studies of different organs exposed to nanoparticles, heavy metals and pesticides.
- Mechanisms in molecular toxicology
READY TO JOIN?
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.
DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGY
