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Peter Zee is an Associate Professor of Biology at the University of Mississippi, specializing in evolutionary community ecology. His research focuses on ecological and evolutionary processes using microbial systems and theoretical models, particularly examining symbiotic relationships, priority effects, and eco-evolutionary feedbacks. He earned his Ph.D. in Evolution, Ecology, and Behavior from Indiana University-Bloomington (2012), followed by postdoctoral work at Stanford University, ETH Zurich, and collaborations with institutions like Cal State Northridge and UC Davis. His lab, the Peter Zee Lab, investigates microbial experimental evolution and species interactions.
Key research themes include the evolution of mutualistic symbioses, the role of evolutionary history in shaping ecological outcomes, and the dynamics of microbial communities under environmental stress. Notable findings include the synthetic framework linking plant and fungal evolutionary history to mycorrhizal mutualism strength and the impact of sympatric evolution on priority effects. His work bridges theoretical and empirical approaches, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration.
Dr. Zee teaches courses in ecology and evolutionary biology, including BISC 322 (General Ecology), BISC 510 (Theoretical Ecology), and BISC 560 (Microbial Experimental Evolution). His lab uses model organisms such as Myxococcus xanthus, Pseudomonas fluorescens, and Caenorhabditis elegans. While no explicit grants or awards are listed, his contributions to microbial and community ecology are recognized through peer-reviewed publications and collaborations with leading institutions.
