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Joseph Thornton is a Professor at the University of Chicago, specializing in Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics. His research focuses on the mechanisms by which protein functions evolve, utilizing phylogenetic reconstruction to study the histories of ancient proteins and their biological functions. His work operates at the intersection of evolutionary biology, biochemistry, and biophysics, and aims to address fundamental questions about the nature of evolutionary processes and complex molecular systems. He has published extensively, contributing to journals where he explores the genetic architecture of proteins, molecular machines, and the impacts of external factors on protein functions. Thornton engages in collaborative research with a diverse group of scientists, including evolutionary biologists and molecular biologists, underlining his commitment to advancing the field through interdisciplinary approaches.
Department of Philosophy