Associate Professor, Howard Professor of Natural History and Zoology
Research and/or Creative Works
I’m an evolutionary biologist working on various fronts. My main research applies phylogenetics, and population genetics to address evolutionary questions with a focus on spiders. Current topics include evolution of sociality in spiders, evolutionary biomechanical of spider silk, and a large project on the biogeography of the Caribbean and the role of dispersal in diversification.

Areas of Expertise and/or Research
Systematics
Education
- Ph.D., George Washington University, 2004
- Research Associate (2004-present) Smithsonian Institution
Contact
Email:
Phone:
- (802) 656-0460
Office Location:
Marsh Life Science Building, Rm 316
Office Hours:
Spring 2021: Mondays 9:00-10:30am and by appointment
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