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Sarah Schaack is the Howard Vollum Professor of Biology at Reed College, affiliated with the Department of Biology within the Division of Mathematical and Natural Sciences. She joined Reed in 2011 after completing her PhD at Indiana University and postdoctoral work. Her research focuses on evolutionary genetics, genomics, and the role of mobile DNA in shaping genome evolution. She is particularly interested in mutation rates, transposable elements, and the phenotypic effects of mutations.
Dr. Schaack teaches courses on evolutionary genetics and organizes bioinformatics workshops to engage students in cutting-edge genomic research. Her lab provides research opportunities for students, emphasizing collaborative projects where students develop independent research ideas. She has published extensively on topics including mutation dynamics in Daphnia, transposable element evolution, and bumblebee genomics.
Her work bridges theoretical and applied aspects of genetics, addressing questions such as how mutation rates vary across environments and populations. She collaborates with institutions like the Kellogg Biological Station and Makerere University, expanding her research into global ecological contexts.
Contact information: schaackmobile@reed.edu and schaack@reed.edu.
