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Dr. Sander Visser is a Lecturer at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Science and Engineering, specializing in Genetics and Evolutionary Biology within the Biology department. His research focuses on sex determination mechanisms in insects, particularly using molecular and cytogenetic techniques to study species like the housefly and Mediterranean flour moth. He is part of the Biology — Lecturers Team 2 and contributes to courses such as Lab Skills in Ecology & Evolution.
His research investigates the functional analysis and evolution of genes involved in sex determination pathways, with a focus on proto-Y chromosome evolution and sex chromosome evolution in insects. Techniques employed include genomic analysis, comparative cytogenetics, and functional gene studies.
Publications highlight contributions to understanding sex determination systems in moths and flies, genomic studies of predatory insects, and broader implications for biological control strategies. Collaborations include work with institutions on sex chromosome evolution and pest genomics.
No scientific awards are explicitly listed, though his work contributes significantly to evolutionary genetics. He has not reported advisees/students in available records, and no grants are mentioned. He is actively involved in laboratory and field research through the Biology department and affiliated teams.
