Dr. James Martin is Assistant Professor in Virtua Health College of Medicine and Life Sciences of Rowan University. He is a microbiologist and oncologist with expertise in molecular biology. With a strong background in identifying novel antibiotics and understanding tumor metabolism, he has made contributions to the fields of antimicrobial research and pancreatic cancer therapy. Dr. Martin's research focused on combating antibiotic resistance by identifying antibiotics with unique mechanisms of action and investigating the role of the tumor microenvironment in chemotherapy resistance.

Alongside his research endeavors, Dr. Martin is deeply committed to mentoring and inspiring young minds. He served as a STEM mentor at Urban Prep Academy for Young Men, guiding senior students in career exploration and college preparation.

Dr. Martin received his undergraduate degree from Florida Atlantic University and his PhD at Princeton University. Following his time at Princeton, Dr. Martin did his post-doctoral research at the University of Chicago and served as a research scientist at multiple biotech startups. Currently, he is serving as a facilitator for the PBL program for first year medical students and also serves as an instructor for the Biochemistry courses for graduate students.

Dr. Martin also has a deep appreciation for nature and the outdoors, often finding solace in hiking and exploring the beauty of the natural world. In his leisure time, he also enjoys immersing himself in the virtual realms of video games, combining his passion for technology and storytelling.