James R. Jacob, Ph.D.

Associate Professor, Biotechnology/Biology

B.S., Allegheny College
Ph.D., University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

Dr. James R. Jacob received his Ph.D. from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, specializing in viral hepatitis and liver disease. He received a B.S. from Allegheny College in Meadville, Pa. for studies leading to a joint major in biology and chemistry.

Dr. Jacob has published over 25 papers in peer-reviewed journals during his two decades of scientific research performed at Baylor College of Medicine, Southwest Foundation for Biomedical Research, and Cornell University. He is also listed as co-inventor on four patents, with several in application.

Aside from basic and applied scientific research sponsored by government and corporate sponsors, Dr. Jacob has taught medical, dental, veterinary and graduate students as well as directed the individual research projects of visiting scholars.

Dr. Jacob developed the Biotechnology degree program at TC3 that includes course work in microbiology, genetics and cell biology. Upon successful completion of requirements for an Associate in Science degree the student may transfer to a bachelor degree program.

"The carriage won’t go unless you have the horses to pull it."
                            -- Ancient Prussian proverb, anon.