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Michael Phelps is an Assistant Professor at Washington State University (WSU), affiliated with the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS). His research focuses on aquatic molecular physiology, particularly the genetic basis of physiological traits in aquatic organisms. Key areas include muscle growth regulation in teleost fish, functional genomics of salmonids, and CRISPR-based technologies for genome editing in non-model species.
His laboratory integrates molecular, cellular, and organismal approaches to study genetic drivers of growth, health, and environmental adaptation in fish, with applications in aquaculture and conservation biology. Recent work emphasizes the activin/myostatin pathway and genome-wide functional mapping in salmonids.
Publications highlight advancements in genome editing tools, such as identifying safe harbor sites for transgene insertion and CRISPR applications for muscle-related disorders. Research also addresses ecological and conservation challenges, leveraging genomic insights to enhance species resilience.
Despite no listed student advisees or awards, Phelps’ work bridges basic biology and applied solutions, with potential impacts on sustainable aquaculture and wildlife management. His lab collaborates on projects involving gene editing, muscle development, and environmental adaptation mechanisms.
