Andrew M. Shedlock

Andrew M. Shedlock is an Associate Professor at the College of Charleston with dual affiliations in the Graduate Program in Marine Biology and Graduate Program in Environmental Studies, plus cross-appointment to the MUSC College of Graduate Studies. Based at the Hollings Marine Laboratory in James Island, South Carolina, he leads a research program focused on evolutionary genomics of marine vertebrates through the Shedlock Lab.

His educational background includes:

• Ph.D. from the University of Washington
• M.S. from the University of Washington
• B.S. from Cornell University

Dr. Shedlock's research integrates genome annotation, transcriptomics, and population-scale genomic variation to investigate evolutionary mechanisms driving biological complexity and diversity, with special emphasis on marine vertebrates. His lab develops predictive frameworks for environmental science and public policy through comparative genomic approaches, spanning conservation genetics, biodiversity management, and adaptive evolution in challenging ecosystems.

His publication record reveals consistent focus on comparative genomics across 20 years, with signature contributions in reptile, turtle, and marine mammal genomics. The work demonstrates expertise in phylogenomics, adaptive potential assessment, and forensic applications of genomics, frequently appearing in high-impact journals with multiple cover articles highlighting methodological innovations.

Dr. Shedlock teaches foundational and advanced courses including Concepts and Applications in Biology, Molecular Biology, Marine Tetrapod Biology, Comparative Genomics, and Conservation Genetics and Genomics. He actively mentors students through Freshman Research Rotations and Capstone projects, integrating data science with biological inquiry.

The Shedlock Lab operates from specialized facilities at the Hollings Marine Laboratory, leveraging collaborative infrastructure with NOAA and South Carolina DNR to conduct field and computational genomics research. The lab maintains strong interdisciplinary connections across marine science, environmental policy, and computational biology domains.