Carter Clinton

Carter Clinton is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at NC State University, affiliated with the Genetics and Genomics Academy (GGA) and Microbiology programs (College of Agriculture and Life Sciences). He holds a PhD in Biology from Howard University and completed postdoctoral research at Penn State University's Departments of Anthropology and Biology.

• Education: PhD in Biology (Howard University)
• Postdoctoral: Anthropology & Biology (Penn State)

His research spans interdisciplinary topics including genetics, microbiology, and social justice, with a focus on anthropology and science communication. Clinton’s work integrates paleobiology and modern genetic studies to address broader societal questions through science advocacy.

No scientific awards are listed, but his affiliations highlight collaborative research networks across multiple disciplines. His lab and team activities are likely centered at NC State's Thomas Hall laboratories.