Karl Fryxell

Karl Fryxell is an Associate Professor at George Mason University, affiliated with the School of Systems Biology (Research Faculty), School of Systems Biology (Instructional Faculty), and the Neuroscience Program (Research Faculty). His research spans genetics, neuroscience, and evolutionary biology.

His work includes studies on nicotine addiction mechanisms using animal models, dopamine receptor evolution, cognitive aging, and genetic disorders like CADASIL. He has contributed to genome assembly projects for endangered species and explored molecular pathways in neurodevelopmental processes.

Key affiliations include the Institute for Biohealth Innovation and the Krasnow Institute for Advanced Study. His publications reflect expertise in neurochemistry, gene regulation, and evolutionary genetics.