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Prof Sasha Mikheyev is a Professor in the Division of Ecology and Evolution at the Australian National University. His research focuses on evolutionary genomics, with a particular emphasis on understanding the genetic basis of adaptation, speciation, and host-parasite interactions. He has made significant contributions to studies on honeybees, varroa mites, and other insect systems, exploring topics such as genomic bottlenecks, venom evolution, and the molecular mechanisms underlying parthenogenesis.
- Research Themes: Genomics, Evolutionary Biology, Parasitology, Conservation Genetics
- Key Projects: Conservation Genomics of the Lord Howe Island Phasmid, Honey Bee & Pollination Industry National Colony Loss Survey, Environmental Protein for Varroa Detection
His work bridges fundamental biology and applied conservation, with a strong focus on leveraging genomic tools to address ecological and evolutionary questions. Recent projects include analyzing the evolutionary history of European vipers' venoms and investigating the genomic underpinnings of social behavior in spiders.
Awards and Recognition: While no specific named awards are listed, his research has garnered significant citation impact (h-index 34) and international collaboration networks.
Advancing Techniques: He has pioneered methods for studying Varroa genomics and transcriptomics, including preservation and sequencing protocols. His lab also develops innovative tracking systems for colony behavior studies in honeybees.
Future Directions: Ongoing projects include environmental DNA detection methods for invasive species and genomic studies of endangered insects like the Lord Howe Island stick insect.
