David J. Marcey

David J. Marcey is a Professor and Fletcher Jones Professor of Developmental Biology at California Lutheran University. He works in the Department of Biology within the Swenson Science Center, focusing on developmental genetics research using Drosophila melanogaster as a model organism.

His research interests include:

• Investigating tissue growth regulation and developmental field partitioning
• Studying JAK-STAT signaling pathway roles in developmental processes
• Exploring epigenetic variation in natural populations
• Analyzing transgene expression regulation in genetically engineered organisms

Notable scientific awards and recognitions include:

• PULSE Vision and Change Leadership Fellow (2012)
• National Academy of Sciences grant awards
• AAAS Fellow election (2020)
• Multiple student research awards (2018, 2023)

Marcey pioneered innovative pedagogical approaches including:

• The Online Macromolecular Museum
• CLIC (Cinematic Lectures & Inverted Classes) teaching model
• Co-editing 'Integrated Science -- New Approaches to Education'
• Active involvement in textbook editorial boards and science education initiatives