Keith A Crandall

Keith A Crandall is a Professor at the Department of Biological Sciences, George Washington University, within the Columbian College of Arts & Sciences. He also serves as Director of the Computational Biology Institute and Director of the Genomics Core. His research focuses on bioinformatics, phylogenetics, conservation biology, population genetics, and microbiome analysis, with a special emphasis on crustacean biodiversity and human health applications. Dr. Crandall teaches courses such as PUBH 3201 (Bioinformatics), PUBH 6860 (Principles of Bioinformatics), and PUBH 6894 (Research Analytics). His work spans genomic surveillance, viral evolution, and the intersection of genomics with public health challenges like pandemics.

Key research interests include the molecular mechanisms underlying diseases (e.g., Alzheimer’s, cancer), microbiome dynamics, and biodiversity conservation. He leads projects on crustacean phylogeny and the genomic underpinnings of evolutionary adaptations. Dr. Crandall’s contributions include developing computational tools like TCS and MODELTEST for phylogenetic analysis, and recent work addresses SARS-CoV-2 genomic surveillance and antibiotic stewardship.

His publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches, integrating genomics with ecology, epidemiology, and clinical research. Collaborations span institutions globally, addressing topics from crustacean taxonomy to cancer genomics. Dr. Crandall’s labs and teams focus on translating bioinformatics innovations into practical solutions for health and environmental challenges.