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Alison Scoville is a Professor at Central Washington University, based in the Science Building (Room 338G), where she teaches General Biology I, Evolution, and Biometry courses. Her research program integrates field, molecular, and computational approaches to address pressing questions in evolutionary ecology.
Her educational background includes:
- Ph.D. in Biology from Utah State University (2008)
- B.A. in Biology from Carleton College (1997)
Scoville's research centers on ecological and evolutionary genomics, with emphasis on rapid adaptation and conservation mechanisms. Her laboratory employs Mimulus guttatus (monkeyflower) and Daphnia (water fleas) as model systems to investigate epigenetic inheritance of defensive traits and molecular responses to introduced predators. This work bridges molecular biology with ecological dynamics through integrated field studies, genomic analyses, and mathematical modeling frameworks.
Analysis of her 2007-2010 publications reveals consistent focus on evolutionary adaptation mechanisms across diverse taxa—from plant epigenetics to carnivore conservation. Key themes include phenotypic plasticity in predator-prey systems, chromosomal evolution in natural populations, and wildlife monitoring techniques for endangered species, demonstrating interdisciplinary integration of molecular, ecological, and conservation perspectives.
No scientific awards are documented in the provided materials.
While specific advising records and grant details are unreported, her active laboratory conducting field and molecular research implies ongoing mentorship of undergraduate researchers and potential external funding support for her evolutionary genomics program.
Scoville leads a research laboratory focused on rapid evolutionary processes, utilizing controlled experiments with Mimulus and Daphnia to dissect genomic mechanisms underlying adaptive responses to environmental stressors including predation and habitat change.
