Michael T. Kinnison

Michael T. Kinnison is Professor of Evolutionary Applications at the University of Maine's School of Biology and Ecology. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Washington in 1999 and leads research on contemporary evolutionary processes in wild populations.

Research program emphasizes:

• Eco-evolutionary dynamics and conservation genetics
• Rapid adaptation in fish populations
• Human impacts on evolutionary trajectories
• Theoretical frameworks for applied evolution

Publications demonstrate interdisciplinary approaches combining field experiments with genetic analyses. Recent work examines:

• Trophic divergence in Arctic charr
• Salmon adaptation to anthropogenic barriers
• Guppy life history evolution
• Human-mediated trait changes across ecosystems

Research integrates population ecology, morphometrics, physiology, and behavior, with emphasis on economically significant species. The lab maintains focus on developing evolutionary theory through conservation-relevant applications.