Corey Allard

Corey Allard, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor of Cell Biology at Harvard Medical School. He leads the Allard Lab, focusing on the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying novel organismic physiology and behavior. His research uses comparative approaches with diverse organisms to uncover fundamental biological principles impacting human health.

Education:

• Ph.D. from Dartmouth College
• Postdoctoral research at Harvard University's Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology

Research Interests:

• Evolutionary innovations in vertebrate physiology and behavior
• Molecular basis of sensory systems and novel traits
• Comparative studies using unusual organisms (e.g., walking fish, cephalopods, sea anemones)

Publications Trends: Recent work emphasizes evolutionary adaptations in marine and terrestrial species, particularly sensory innovations and developmental genetics. Key topics include stinging mechanisms in cnidarians, limb evolution in fish, and chemotactile systems in cephalopods.

Awards:

• NSF Postdoctoral Fellowship in Biology (2020)

Labs & Teams: The Allard Lab operates within the Harvard Medical School Department of Cell Biology, emphasizing curiosity-driven science and interdisciplinary exploration. Current projects include studies on walking fish physiology and octopus sensory adaptations.