Laboratory Technical Supervisor, Lecturer
Phone: 903.565.5531
Email: alizarraga@uttyler.edu
Building: BEP 134
Department: Biology
Alan Lizarraga
Degrees
- B.S., Biology, The University of Texas at Tyler
- M.S., Biology, The University of Texas at Tyler
Biography
Alan J. Lizarraga is a Laboratory Supervisor, Lecturer, and Research Scientist at The University of Texas at Tyler. With a deep passion for wildlife disease ecology and conservation biology, he has been an integral part of the university since 2016.
As the Principal Investigator of the Snake Fungal Disease Laboratory, Alan leads research efforts focusing on Ophidiomyces ophiodiicola, the fungal pathogen responsible for snake fungal disease (SFD). His work examines the prevalence, transmission, and ecological impacts of SFD on snake populations, contributing to a broader understanding of disease dynamics in reptilian species.
Beyond his research, Alan plays a vital role in managing and maintaining laboratory operations, ensuring that faculty, researchers, and students have the resources and training necessary to conduct high-quality scientific investigations. As a lecturer, he is dedicated to mentoring students in biology, herpetology, field research methods, and disease ecology, helping to cultivate the next generation of scientists.