Casey Holliday

Dr. Casey Holliday is an Associate Professor of Pathology and Anatomical Sciences at the University of Missouri School of Medicine. His research focuses on the anatomy, ecology, and evolutionary biology of vertebrates, particularly reptiles and crocodilians. He employs advanced imaging techniques like computed tomography (CT) and 3D modeling to study cranial mechanics, muscle architecture, and evolutionary transformations in archosaurs. Holliday’s work bridges paleontology and comparative anatomy, addressing questions about dinosaur jaw function, crocodilian sensory systems, and the evolution of avian cranial kinesis.

• Education:
• Ph.D., Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Ohio University (Athens)
• B.S., Zoology, University of Florida (Gainesville)

His research highlights include discovering novel techniques for modeling muscle architecture in reptiles, exploring the evolutionary origins of crocodilian feeding systems, and analyzing dinosaur hip joint adaptations. He has received prestigious awards for both research and teaching, including the Early Career Investigator Award from the American Association of Anatomists (2015) and the Outstanding Undergraduate Mentor Award (2017). His lab website provides access to detailed anatomical datasets and 3D models.

Holliday’s publications span over 30 years, emphasizing biomechanical studies of archosaurs and contributions to understanding vertebrate evolution through integrative anatomical approaches.