Patricia Parker

Patricia Parker is a Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Missouri-St. Louis, focusing on ecology, evolutionary biology, and parasitology. Her research bridges genetics, microbiome analysis, and conservation biology, particularly in island and migratory bird populations.

• Department: Biology
• Institution: University of Missouri-St. Louis

Research Areas include:

• Avian parasitology and disease transmission in Galápagos ecosystems
• Genomic studies of penguin diversification and flightlessness evolution
• Wildlife microbiome interactions with pathogens like Plasmodium
• Conservation genetics and migratory connectivity

Scientific Contributions span tropical carnivore habitat analysis, albatross parentage studies, and vector control strategies. Her work often involves fieldwork, DNA sequencing, and collaborations across global institutions.