Timothy Linksvayer

Timothy Linksvayer is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Biology at the University of Pennsylvania, affiliated with the School of Arts & Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Biology from Indiana University (2005). His research focuses on evolutionary genetics, evolutionary ecology, and social evolution, particularly in social insects like ants and honeybees. He explores topics such as caste determination, genomic mechanisms of social behavior, and the interplay between kin selection and gene expression.

His work integrates experimental and computational approaches, analyzing transcriptomic data and evolutionary patterns to understand how social systems evolve. Notable studies include investigations into ant nurse worker behavior, corazonin’s role in caste identity, and the genomic signatures of kin selection. His lab’s research often bridges theoretical models with empirical data, contributing to sociogenomics and social insect biology.

Publications span key journals such as Cell, Molecular Biology and Evolution, and Journal of Evolutionary Biology. Despite extensive research output, no awards or grants are explicitly listed here. For more details, visit his lab website linked on the University of Pennsylvania page.