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Name: Jenkins, Jill A.
Title: Adjunct Assistant Professor
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Department: School of Renewable Natural Resources
Organization: LSU AgCenter
Address 1: 2410 Ben Hur Road
Address 2: Baton Rouge, LA 70820 - 6103
Phone Number: (225) 756-2877
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Education/Training
Ph.D., Memphis State University
MS, Idaho State University
BS, Rochester Institute of Technology |
Areas of Specialization/Research
My primary research focus is on the cellular and molecular responses of animal cells and animals, particularly fish and crustaceans, toward environmental stressors. |
Professional Experience
Current responsibilities:
The overall goal of my research is to provide scientific information that contributes to decision making on the management of the Nation's natural resources. My background is in comparative immunology as well as microbial virulence mechanisms and host responses. My focus at the National Wetlands Research Center, Biological Resources Division, U.S. Geological Survey is on cellular and molecular responses of animal cells to environmental stressors. Animal models include teleosts, invertebrates, amphibians, and birds, whereas stressors include contaminants, bacteria and poor water quality. My studies emphasize the development of bioindicator assays, often using flow cytometry with blood, hemocyte or sperm cells, to be used in conjunction with established USGS-approved methods.
Courses Taught:
RNR 7029
Advanced Topics in Fisheries
Flow Cytometry Applications
Cytology Techniques: Applications for Use with Aquatic Species
Lectures:
RNR 7027 - Genetics and Culture of Finfish
RNR 4002 - Fisheries Literature and Communication
RNR 7029 - Science Ethics Seminar |
Publications/Presentations/Patents
Jenkins JA. 1985. The isolation and characterization of rainbow trout, Salmo gairdneri, immunoglobulins. Thesis. Idaho State University, Pocatello, ID.
Jenkins JA and Ourth DD. 1990. Membrane damage to Escherichia coli and bactericidal kinetics by the alternative complement pathway of channel catfish. Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology 97B:477-481.
Jenkins JA, Rosell R, Ourth DD, and Coons LB. 1991. Electron microscopy of bactericidal effects produced by the alternative complement pathway of channel catfish. Journal of Aquatic Animal Health 3:16-22.
Jenkins JA. 1991. Immunochemistry of the alternative complement pathway of channel catfish, Ictalurus punctatus. Dissertation. Memphis State University, Memphis, TN.
Jenkins JA and Ourth DD. 1993. Opsonic effect of the alternative complement pathway on channel catfish peripheral blood phagocytes. Veterinary Immunology and Immunopathology. 39:447-459.
Jenkins JA and Taylor PW. 1994. An alternative bacteriological medium for the isolation of Aeromonas spp. Journal of Wildlife Diseases. 31:272-275.
Jenkins JA and Tiersch TR. 1997. A preliminary bacteriological study of refrigerated channel catfish sperm. Journal of the World Aquaculture Society. 28:282-288.
Jenkins JA and Klesius PH. 1998. Elicitation of macrophages from the peritoneal cavity of channel catfish. Journal of Aquatic Animal Health 10:69-74.
Jenkins, JA. 1997. Biological Resources Division Research Resource - Fish. U.S.D.I. 4 pp.
Jenkins, JA, Johnson L, and Shields E. 1997. Pollution Prevention Plan. Open File Report. National Wetlands Research Center, U.S.D.I. 15 pp.
Jenkins, JA. 1996. Hazard Communication Plan for NWRC. Open File Report. National Wetlands Research Center, U.S.D.I. 47 pp.
Jenkins, JA. 1996. Chemical Hygiene Plan for NWRC. Open File Report. National Wetlands Research Center, U.S.D.I. 30 pp.
Jenkins JA, Reeves CR, and Nichols N. 1996. Flow cytometry verifies the production of triploid crappie. NBS Information Bulletin, U.S. Department of the Interior, National Biological Service. No. 3, 3 pp.
Jenkins JA and Tiersch TR. 1995. Quality of refrigerated catfish sperm declines due to bacterial presence. NBS Information Bulletin, U.S. Department of the Interior, National Biological Service. No. 22, 3 pp.
Avault JW. 1996. In Maintaining Health of a Culture Species. In Fundamentals of Aquaculture: a Step-by-Step Guide to Commercial Aquaculture. AVA Publishing Co., Louisiana. Contributed photographs and photomicrographs.
Jenkins JA. 1995. An alternative bacteriologic medium for isolation of Aeromonas. Research Information Bulletin, U.S. Department of the Interior, National Biological Service. No. 02, 4 pp.
Jenkins JA and Morrison JR. 1994. Isolation of Bacillus thuringiensis from feed and intestines of channel catfish experiencing severe anemia. Fish Health Section Newsletter, American Fisheries Society, Volume 22 (3):16-18.
Pelczar MJ Jr., Chan ECS, and Krieg NR (editors). 1993. Microbiology: Concepts and Applications. McGraw-Hill, Inc., NY, NY. Contributed photomicrographs. p. 493.
Jenkins JA. 1993. Chlorine-based biodegradable disinfectant has potential applications in aquaculture. Research Information Bulletin No. 71, U.S. Department of Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service, 4 pp. |
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