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Felix Sperling is a Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Alberta. His research focuses on evolutionary processes, particularly the diversification of major insect lineages and the formation of species boundaries. His work on patterns of arthropod biodiversity aims to provide essential training for taxonomists, especially in a time when species expertise is dwindling. He integrates extensive DNA sequence data with morphological data for phylogenetic analysis, enhancing the understanding of phenomena such as plant-insect coevolution and historical biogeography. Professor Sperling's lab also contributes to faunal inventories that support conservation efforts, agriculture, and forestry, promoting responsible management of natural resources. Current projects include the study of tortricid moths and mountain pine beetles, utilizing high-throughput sequencing and morphometrics to provide integrative taxonomy and time-calibrated phylogenies.
Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management