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David Bryant Lowry is a Professor at Michigan State University (MSU) in the Department of Plant Biology, with dual appointments in the Genetics & Genome Sciences Program and the Ecology, Evolution & Behavior Program. His research focuses on plant ecological adaptations, speciation mechanisms, and translating evolutionary genomics into crop resilience improvements.
- Ph.D., Duke University
Using Monkeyflowers (Mimulus), Panicum grasses, and Common Bean (Phaseolus) as model systems, Lowry investigates genetic pathways for stress tolerance and speciation. His lab has secured major funding including a NSF Grant (2022) for oceanic salt spray adaptation studies and a DOE Grant ($12.8M, 2020) for bioenergy crop research.
Recent publications highlight his work on climate adaptation (2025), chromosome inversions (2025), and plant-pathogen coevolution (2025). Collaborations span institutions like Northern Arizona University and the University of Texas. Lab alumni have transitioned to faculty positions at Cornell, North Carolina State, and the University of South Carolina.
- Scientific Contributions:
- NSF Grant (2022)
- DOE Systems Biology Grant (2020)
- Over 20 peer-reviewed publications since 2020
Lowry advises graduate students in plant biology and ecology, including Abby Jensen (NIH Training Program, 2025), Madison Plunkert (review paper, 2024), and Andrew Bleich (2021 cohort). His lab fosters interdisciplinary research with teams publishing in journals like Nature, Science, and PNAS.
