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Brian Metzger is an evolutionary biologist whose research focuses on dissecting the origins and evolution of new molecular functions, particularly related to gene expression regulation. His work employs high-throughput approaches in molecular biology, phylogenetics, population genetics, and genomics to identify the genetic and molecular bases of regulatory differences among distantly related species. Metzger utilizes novel molecular statistical tools to experimentally evolve historical changes in gene regulation within the laboratory. By placing ancient regulatory changes within the framework of 'what has been', his research aims to ascertain the historical genetic foundations of new molecular functions and the broader genetic mechanisms underlying the emergence and evolution of these functions.
Purdue University • West Lafayette, IN
Research in evolutionary biology focusing on gene expression regulation and molecular evolution.
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