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Hazel Barton

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Loper Professor of Geology at University of Alabama Department of Geological Sciences
📍 Akron, Ohio, United States

Hazel Barton is the Loper Endowed Professor of Geological Sciences at the University of Alabama and the Chief Technology Officer for Hypogenica LLC. Her research, supported by over $7 million in funding, focuses on microbial processes in caves to develop unique technologies. She earned her PhD from the University of Colorado.

An internationally recognized caver, she actively develops training programs for the National Speleological Societys Vertical Training Commission. Her passion for exploring extreme environments directly fuels her scientific work, and she has explored some of the worlds most remote and challenging caves, blending her hobby with her professional research.

She was prominently featured in the IMAX movie "Ancient Caves, " which documented one of her scientific expeditions.

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Experience
14 Years
Current Role
Loper Professor of Geology
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Akron, Ohio, United States
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Cave Microbiology
Her primary research focuses on studying microbial interactions and processes within extreme cave environments to uncover novel biological and geological insights.
Biotechnology Innovation
As CTO of Hypogenica, she leverages her discoveries of microbial properties to develop novel technologies, such as a self-healing paint inspired by stalactite formation.
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Career

Work history

7-2023
Loper Professor of Geology
University of Alabama Department of Geological Sciences
7-2020
Chief Technology Officer
Hypogenica
8-2011 - 7-2023
Professor
Hypogenica
8-2011
Communications Committee
American Society for Microbiology
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Media appearances

Dr. Hazel Barton Wins Prominent Caving Award. Featured in University of Alabama Department of Geological Sciences
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Exploring the Hidden Depths: Unraveling the Mystery of Wind Cave. Featured in University of Alabama Department of Geological Sciences
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Education
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
University of Colorado
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