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Davide Pisani is a Professor in the School of Biological Sciences at the University of Bristol. His research integrates molecular and organismal biology to explore key questions in organismal evolution. He applies comparative genomics and paleontological information to investigate the early Earth, the coevolution of life on Earth, and the origin and early diversification of cellular life, particularly during eukaryogenesis. His work focuses on major evolutionary transitions, such as the phylogeny of non-bilaterian animals including sponges, jellyfish, and corals. Additionally, he studies the evolution of Ecdysozoa, which includes tardigrades and arthropods, utilizing these models to understand patterns of land colonization. Pisani's research also delves into sensory functions, aiming to understand how environmental cues influence the diversity of life forms. He has collaborated with the NASA Astrobiology Institute on projects related to evolutionary biology and astrobiology.
University of Bristol • Bristol, England
Teaching and conducting research in evolutionary biology and phylogenomics.
Department of Physics research themes include Astrophysics, Materials and Devices, Particle Physics, and Quantum and Soft Matter.