Thomas P. Jack

Thomas P. Jack is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Biological Sciences at Dartmouth College. He is also a Leadership Fellow in the Partnership for Undergraduate Life Sciences Education (PULSE) Vision and Change program.

• Education:
  • B.S. from Haverford College
  • Ph.D. from Yale University

Research Interests:
Dr. Jack investigates the molecular mechanisms underlying plant development, focusing on Arabidopsis thaliana flower morphogenesis. His work centers on genes like DORNRÖSCHEN-LIKE (DRNL) and SUPERMAN (SUP), which regulate organ identity, growth, and stem cell termination through transcriptional repression and hormone signaling (e.g., auxin biosynthesis).

Key Article Trends:
His publications span two domains: (1) molecular genetics of floral development, including gene signaling networks (APETALA2, CLAVATA) and confocal imaging techniques, and (2) education-focused studies on curriculum assessment tools like the PULSE Vision & Change Rubrics, emphasizing equity and reform in life sciences education.

Scientific Awards:

• PULSE Vision and Change Leadership Fellow

Collaborations:
Dr. Jack collaborates with international researchers, including Eric M. Meyerowitz (Caltech), Toshiro Ito (NTU), and contributors to the PULSE initiative. His lab operates in the Life Sciences Center, Room 331, Hanover, NH.