Michael Valahas

Dr. Michael Valahas is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Science and Mathematics and the International Honors Program at Deree - The American College of Greece (ACG). His research spans evolutionary biology, phylogenetics, and ecology, focusing on speciation and adaptation across diverse domains of life.

• B.Sc. in Biochemistry
• Ph.D. in Molecular Virology, University of St. Andrews, Scotland

His work investigates evolutionary history using model organisms and explores the ecology of introduced species. Recent publications highlight advancements in DNA sampling techniques, biochemical education methods, and plant taxonomy.

Key subfields of his research include genetics, phylogenetics, species adaptation, and biodiversity.