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Andrew Mahon is a Professor in the Department of Biology at Central Michigan University, where he leads the Mahon Laboratory. His research focuses on molecular ecology, environmental DNA (eDNA) applications, and biodiversity in aquatic and marine environments, particularly in the Antarctic. He is actively involved in large-scale collaborative projects, including an NSF-sponsored Antarctic research cruise.
- Ph.D., Ecological Sciences, Old Dominion University, 2007
- M.S., Biology, University of Alabama at Birmingham, 2000
- M.S., Biology, Truman State University, 1999
- B.S., Chemistry, Truman State University, 1997
Dr. Mahon's research centers on using molecular genetic and genomic tools to study biodiversity, evolution, and phylogeography in marine systems. He is a pioneer in applying eDNA for surveillance of invasive species and rare aquatic organisms. His lab emphasizes both molecular and organismal approaches, with ongoing projects in Antarctic phylogeography, sea spider evolution, and functional genomics.
His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend in environmental DNA applications for detecting fish, invasive species, and microbial communities across diverse aquatic systems. He frequently collaborates with institutions like the University of Alabama and Auburn University, and his work appears in top journals such as Frontiers in Ecology and Evolution, Molecular Ecology, and Conservation Biology.
- Co-author, Marine Genomics: Methods and Protocols (Springer, 2016)
Dr. Mahon has advised numerous graduate and undergraduate students, many of whom are co-authors on his publications. He has secured funding for research projects, including those involving NSF-sponsored fieldwork in Antarctica. His lab is currently recruiting students for Ph.D., MS, and undergraduate opportunities.
The Mahon Laboratory is an active research group focused on molecular ecology and biodiversity, with ongoing work in Antarctic ecosystems, invasive species detection, and marine genomics. The lab participates in international collaborations and maintains a public presence via Twitter (@CMU_Antarctica) and a project website (icyinverts.com).
