Gernot Segelbacher

Gernot Segelbacher serves as a Professor and Research Scientist at the University of Freiburg's Faculty of Environment and Natural Resources, leading cutting-edge work in conservation genetics and molecular ecology.

His core research interests include:

• Conservation Genetics
• Landscape Genetics
• Molecular Ecology
• Population Genetics
• Dispersal Ecology in fragmented habitats
• Adaptation mechanisms in alpine environments

Segelbacher directs the Conservation Genetics and Spatial Genetics (CGSG) group, investigating evolutionary causes of genetic diversity and ecological consequences in natural populations. Current projects focus on metapopulation dynamics, connectivity in fragmented landscapes, and species resilience under extreme environmental conditions.

He actively promotes scientific dialogue through social media engagement (using #gsegelbacher) and direct email correspondence, maintaining an open approach to discussing recent publications and research findings.