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John Parkinson serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Integrative Biology at the University of South Florida's Tampa campus, conducting field and laboratory research on coral-algal symbiosis and marine conservation.
Education:
- Ph.D., Pennsylvania State University, 2014
- B.S., University of Miami — RSMAS, 2009
His research investigates genomic mechanisms underlying coral-algal symbiosis, focusing on how rising sea temperatures disrupt these relationships through bleaching events. Parkinson integrates fieldwork on tropical reefs, controlled laboratory experiments with coral cultures, and translational applications for conservation practitioners in Florida. His work addresses critical gaps in understanding symbiosis breakdown and adaptation under climate change.
The Parkinson Lab receives in-kind support from Tropic Marin (Pro-Reef Sea Salt mix) and maintains active research dissemination through Google Scholar, ResearchGate, GitHub (@parkinson-lab), and Bluesky (@parkinsonje.bsky.social).
