Tzuen-Rong Jeremy Tzeng, PhD, is a Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Clemson University and an internationally recognized researcher in non-antibiotic strategies to combat bacterial infections. He earned his PhD in Microbiology from Clemson University and a BS in Food Science from Tunghai University, Taiwan. Dr. Tzeng’s research addresses the growing challenge of antibiotic resistance by focusing on microbe–host interactions, bacterial adhesion, and biofilm formation. His laboratory has pioneered adhesin-specific and magnetic nanoparticle technologies, antimicrobial peptides, and surface-modified medical implants designed to prevent bacterial attachment and biofilm development. A major emphasis of his work is the prevention of implant-associated infections through innovative surface modification and localized antimicrobial delivery strategies, with demonstrated efficacy in preclinical models.
Dr. Tzeng has served as PI or Co-PI on numerous NIH, NSF, USDA, and U.S. Army–funded projects, holds a U.S. patent, and collaborates extensively with industry partners. At TechConnect World 2026, he will present novel approaches for preventing and controlling biofilms on medical devices.