Cláudia Nogueira Hora Marques

Cláudia Nogueira Hora Marques, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Biological Sciences at Binghamton University (SUNY). She investigates microbial communities with a focus on biofilms, persister cells, and host–microbe interactions. Her interdisciplinary lab develops advanced in vitro and organ-on-a-chip models to study antibiotic tolerance and human health. Dr. Marques's publications encompass microbiology, bioengineering, and infectious disease and she has received support from the NIH, NSF, and industry partners. She serves in leadership roles at Binghamton and in the broader scientific community, while also mentoring diverse students and engaging in outreach that brings microbiology to the public.