Clark R Coffman

Clark R. Coffman is an Associate Professor in the Department of Genetics, Development, and Cell Biology at Iowa State University. He holds a B.S. in Zoology from Iowa State (1986) and a Ph.D. in Biology from the University of California, San Diego (1993). His postdoctoral research at Boulder (1993–1997) focused on developmental biology under Robert E. Boswell.

• Education:
• B.S., Zoology, Iowa State University, 1986
• Ph.D., Biology, University of California, San Diego, 1993

Research focuses on regulatory networks governing cell migration and programmed cell death in Drosophila germ cells, with applications to metastatic cancer and embryonic development. His lab uses genetic, molecular, and cellular biology tools to study signaling pathways in germ cell migration and survival mechanisms. Key areas include understanding how cells navigate tissues, regulate apoptosis, and resist death signals during metastasis.

Publications span developmental biology, cell signaling, and educational pedagogy, reflecting his dual expertise in research and teaching innovation. Notable themes include germ cell migration mechanisms, GPCR function, and educational strategies to improve student learning outcomes in large biology courses.

No scientific awards are explicitly listed in the provided information. Advising and grant details are not specified, though his research indicates active participation in collaborative projects. His laboratory is a key contributor to studies of fundamental biological processes in developmental and cancer biology contexts.