My lab combines evolution, ecology, and behavior to study how populations and communities respond to environmental change. We are particularly interested in how population responses and their consequences for community interactions vary across time and space. We use lab and field experiments, field collections, and population genomics. Work in the lab currently focuses on two study systems: Rhagoletis flies and Ambystomatid salamanders.
I welcome potential lab members from underrepresented groups in STEM. My mentoring approach is supportive, flexible, and centered on your goals. I am currently involved in efforts within my department and one of my professional societies to take actions that improve inclusivity and equity. There are also university fellowships to support graduate students from underrepresented groups.
The University of Louisville has ~23,000 students and is located close to downtown Louisville. Louisville is a fun and vibrant city with a variety of options for food, entertainment, and cultural experiences paired with access to hiking, kayaking, and other outdoor activities (https://www.gotolouisville.com).
Prospective UofL undergraduate students
Please email me:
(1) your interests in biology and what motivates you to participate in research
(2) your year in college
(3) any college courses you have taken in biology, evolution, ecology, and genetics
(4) any experience you have related to research, working with animals, working outdoors, or data organization/analysis
Prospective graduate students
I am interested to have a PhD student start in the fall of 2025, especially to work with our fly study system.
Please email me:
(1) a ~1pg statement of your research interests, research experience, and motivation for going to grad school
(2) your CV
Details on the application process are available here: http://louisville.edu/biology/graduate. Email me first before applying.
Please note that the GRE is not required. Applications are due in January for a fall start. Financial support includes teaching assistantships, university fellowships, and diversity fellowships, all of which provide a stipend, tuition waiver, and health insurance.
Prospective postdoctoral researchers
I would gladly collaborate with prospective postdoctoral researchers to apply for funding (e.g., NSF Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Biology https://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=503622)
Please email me:
(1) a description of your research interests, previous experience, goals for postdoctoral training, and any funding opportunities you are considering
(2) your CV
I welcome potential lab members from underrepresented groups in STEM. My mentoring approach is supportive, flexible, and centered on your goals. I am currently involved in efforts within my department and one of my professional societies to take actions that improve inclusivity and equity. There are also university fellowships to support graduate students from underrepresented groups.
The University of Louisville has ~23,000 students and is located close to downtown Louisville. Louisville is a fun and vibrant city with a variety of options for food, entertainment, and cultural experiences paired with access to hiking, kayaking, and other outdoor activities (https://www.gotolouisville.com).
Prospective UofL undergraduate students
Please email me:
(1) your interests in biology and what motivates you to participate in research
(2) your year in college
(3) any college courses you have taken in biology, evolution, ecology, and genetics
(4) any experience you have related to research, working with animals, working outdoors, or data organization/analysis
Prospective graduate students
I am interested to have a PhD student start in the fall of 2025, especially to work with our fly study system.
Please email me:
(1) a ~1pg statement of your research interests, research experience, and motivation for going to grad school
(2) your CV
Details on the application process are available here: http://louisville.edu/biology/graduate. Email me first before applying.
Please note that the GRE is not required. Applications are due in January for a fall start. Financial support includes teaching assistantships, university fellowships, and diversity fellowships, all of which provide a stipend, tuition waiver, and health insurance.
Prospective postdoctoral researchers
I would gladly collaborate with prospective postdoctoral researchers to apply for funding (e.g., NSF Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Biology https://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=503622)
Please email me:
(1) a description of your research interests, previous experience, goals for postdoctoral training, and any funding opportunities you are considering
(2) your CV
