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Kipling Will is an Associate Professor at the University of California, Berkeley in the Department of Environmental Science, Policy, and Management. He holds a Ph.D. from Cornell University (2000) and a Bachelor of Science from Ohio State University (1994). His research focuses on systematics and integrative taxonomy within the realm of natural history of insects. Dr. Will employs various data types, including morphology, DNA, and behaviors, to develop phylogenetic hypotheses. His work results in monographic revisions that involve the description of new species and the development of keys for identification, emphasizing the importance of fieldwork and observation of living organisms. His primary research interests concern carabid beetles (Coleoptera: Carabidae), exploring aspects of their evolution and taxonomy across various levels, from species to subfamilies. Dr. Will is dedicated to expanding knowledge of insects and enhancing understanding of biological diversity through his systematic research.
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