Alison Hamilton

Alison Madeline Hamilton is an Associate Teaching Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. Her expertise lies in Evolution, Biodiversity, Phylogenetics, and Herpetology, with a focus on reptilian species in the Pacific and tropical ecosystems.

• Education:
  • BA, Simon's Rock College of Bard
  • MSc in Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, University of Florida
  • PhD, Museum of Natural Sciences, Louisiana State University

Dr. Hamilton's research explores evolutionary mechanisms, species interactions, and biogeographic patterns, particularly in island systems. Her work integrates genetic, morphological, and ecological data to address questions about speciation and conservation.

Scientific trends in her publications include parasitology of geckos and skinks, discovery of new reptile species, biogeographic barriers in Vanuatu, and reproductive strategies in unisexual-bisexual lizard complexes. She has contributed to global reptile conservation assessments.

Dr. Hamilton has not been explicitly noted to advise students or hold grants in the provided materials. Her teaching focuses on enhancing learning through peer review exercises, as highlighted in her 2020 presentation on pedagogy.