Washington State University
Vancouver, WA, USA
Research in the Rudman lab uses evolutionary genetics to better understand the fate of populations inhabiting changing environments. We combine field experiments, field collections, and analyses of genomic data to understand the factors that shape evolution and also examine how rapid evolution influences population dynamics and persistence. We work primarily in organisms that are amenable to experimentation – insects, plankton, and small fish.
Research Mission
The overarching research goal in the Rudman lab is to understand the process of adaptation, at both the phenotypic and genomic levels of organization, and use knowledge of adaptation to better understand and predict how populations respond to environmental change.
Group Values
To conduct innovative and rigorous research
To promote and maintain an inclusive and collaborative work environment
To provide training that helps all members reach their individual goals
Commitment and Expectations
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