MIN-KEN LIAO
 
Associate Professor of Biology

Plyler Hall 230, Furman University 
(864)294-3246
min-ken.liao@furman.edu

Education

B.S. Plant Pathology, National Taiwan University

M.S. Microbiology, University of Illinois

Ph.D. Microbiology, University of Illinois

Teaching Interests

Foundations of Biology, Principles of Biology, Genetics, Microbiology, Molecular Genetics, Immunology

Research Interests

• Proline permease in Salmonella
• The diversity of E. coli in watershed
• The diversity of bunched arrowhead
• Bacteria in peppercorn infusion
• A Start-up manual for undergraduate research students in microbiology

Personal Interests

Good friends, insightful jokes, relaxing walks, successful naps, and hot mocha (which leads to unsuccessful naps)