Lindsay Chaney

Lindsay Chaney is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences, teaching courses such as General Biology, General Biology Lab, Introductory Genetics, and Introductory Genetics Lab. Her academic journey includes an A.S. from Snow College, a B.S. from West Virginia University, and a Ph.D. from the University of Cincinnati.

• A.S. - Snow College
• B.S. - West Virginia University
• Ph.D. - University of Cincinnati

Dr. Chaney's research focuses on plant genetics, ecology, and the impact of climate change on species adaptation. Her work explores phenotypic plasticity, microbial interactions, and evolutionary responses to environmental stressors.

Recent publications highlight her contributions to understanding how soil microbial communities influence flowering time in Ipomoea purpurea, the genomic origins of quinoa, and climate-driven adaptive genetic responses in big sagebrush. She investigates drought impacts on invasive species and the evolutionary potential of weediness traits.