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Dr. Jonathan Sandoval-Castillo is a researcher at Flinders University, specializing in marine organism biogeography, phylogeny, and evolution with a focus on elasmobranchs (sharks and rays). He integrates molecular and ecological approaches to study evolutionary histories in the ocean, particularly in the Gulf of California and Baja California regions. His work spans genomics, transcriptomics, and conservation genetics, addressing questions in population connectivity, adaptation, and marine resource management.
- PhD in Evolutionary Biology from Macquarie University (2011)
- Active in MELFU (Molecular Ecology Lab at Flinders University)
- Key contributions to software development (SWINGER) for captive breeding programs
His research combines genomics and ecological modeling to explore speciation, climate vulnerability, and adaptive divergence in marine and freshwater species. Recent projects include killer whale distribution, koala inbreeding, and snapper connectivity. He has developed microsatellite markers for conservation and participated in multi-species marine park planning.
The 15 most recent publications highlight his expertise in genomic tools for conservation, with recurring themes of climate change impacts, hybridization, and population structure across marine mammals, fish, and invertebrates. Key sub-fields include seascape genetics, conservation genomics, and adaptive evolution in extreme environments.
