Will Wiggins

Will Wiggins is a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Integrative Biology at Oklahoma State University. His research focuses on predator nutrition, dietary requirements, and the ecological implications of nutrient availability in prey. He investigates how macronutrient composition (protein, lipids, carbohydrates) impacts predator growth, survival, and behavior in both laboratory and field settings. Wiggins also explores behavioral differences between lab-reared and wild-caught animals, emphasizing the importance of developmental history in experimental studies.

Wiggins teaches courses in human anatomy, mammalian physiology, and pharmacology, with a focus on systems physiology and drug mechanisms. His teaching spans undergraduate and capstone laboratory experiences for physiology majors.

Research Highlights:

• Examines how predators balance protein-heavy prey diets with carbohydrate supplements
• Investigates mismatches between spider nutritional needs and field prey composition
• Compares behavioral responses of lab-reared vs field-collected spiders under controlled conditions

His work bridges ecological nutrition and behavioral adaptation, providing insights into predator-prey dynamics and organismal growth strategies.