Principle Investigator:
Becca A. Schomer
Becca (she/her) got her PhD at University of Wisconsin, Madison and then did a postdoc at University of California, Davis. Some of Becca's hobbies include exploring nature, chasing frisbees, and collecting books.
Becca (she/her) got her PhD at University of Wisconsin, Madison and then did a postdoc at University of California, Davis. Some of Becca's hobbies include exploring nature, chasing frisbees, and collecting books.
Postdocs:
Elizabeth Green, PhD. Elizabeth is a postdoc in the Schomer Lab. She got her PhD at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill studying the ecology of plant fungal pathogens and the leaf microbiome. At the University of Arizona, she is researching how root exudates mediate Ralstonia infection and the genetic mechanisms behind Ralstonia chemotaxis in the presence of these exudates. She is broadly interested in all things plant-pathogen interactions, microbial, and disease ecology. Elizabeth’s hobbies include teaching her dog silly tricks, hiking and being outside, and trying out new sports (most recently kickball and roller derby).
Graduate Students:
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Christina Guerrero is a PhD student in the Schomer Lab, investigating microbial ecology and bacterial physiology. Her current research focuses on a directed evolution project studying chemotaxis in bacteria, contributing to the lab's broader goal of understanding soil microbiome formation and maintenance. Christina earned her Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences from Delaware State University and her Master's in Marine Bioscience from the University of Delaware in 2021. This background has given her a unique perspective that bridges marine and soil microbiology. As a first-generation American and college student, Christina brings a distinctive viewpoint to her research. She is passionate about increasing diversity in STEM fields and enjoys mentoring students, drawing from her experiences as a Latina scientist to support the next generation of researchers.
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John Dorlon is a PhD student in the Schomer Lab investigating how bacteria sense and respond to their environment. His project aims to elucidate how chemoreceptors bind ligands and direct bacterial chemotaxis, with a focus on how evolutionary pressures shape chemoreceptor diversity and ligand specificity. This work builds on his longstanding interest in protein-driven biological processes. He received his B.S. in Microbiology from Oklahoma State University and is currently pursuing a PhD in Plant Pathology. Beyond the bench, John is passionate about mentoring undergraduate researchers and sharing his enthusiasm for scientific discovery. Outside the lab, he enjoys baking bread, exploring new recipes, and unwinding with a good cup of tea and a game of chess.
Ivetka Noon, SPLS PhD Student
Undergraduates:
Adithi Peedoly
UBRP Fellow Summer 2023-present
Major: Microbiology, Graduated December 2024.
Research Matters (KXCI 91.3FM)
UBRP Fellow Summer 2023-present
Major: Microbiology, Graduated December 2024.
Research Matters (KXCI 91.3FM)
Marie Ojeh
Major: Biochemistry, Graduated Spring 2024.
Major: Biochemistry, Graduated Spring 2024.
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Madison Holman
Majors: Bioinformatics, and Math Polina Klishina
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Our Team:
Graduate students must apply to an University of Arizona Graduate Program (Plant Pathology Graduate Program or Arizona Biological and Biomedical Sciences Program).
If you are an undergraduate student at University of Arizona interested in a laboratory experience, please fill out this questionnaire, and then contact Dr. Schomer.
Graduate students must apply to an University of Arizona Graduate Program (Plant Pathology Graduate Program or Arizona Biological and Biomedical Sciences Program).
If you are an undergraduate student at University of Arizona interested in a laboratory experience, please fill out this questionnaire, and then contact Dr. Schomer.