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Lynne Quarmby is a professor in the Department of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry at Simon Fraser University. Her research is focused on the biology of single-celled green algae that grow in snow and ice environments. These algae, which synthesize secondary red pigment granules, influence the albedo of snow, promoting its melting, which has significant implications for climate and ecosystem dynamics. Her research aims to explore the complex life histories of these algae, their interactions with other microorganisms, and the cellular and molecular bases of their mutualistic relationships with bacteria and other eukaryotes. Quarmby's lab has been instrumental in using the model organism Chlamydomonas reinhardtii to study cell biology and the cell cycle, with findings that have advanced the understanding of fundamental cellular processes and their links to human diseases. Her interdisciplinary approach merges cell biology with ecological studies, particularly concerning how organisms adapt to extreme environments. Throughout her career, Quarmby has contributed extensively to scientific literature, focusing on the environmental dynamics of algal blooms and their implications for alpine and polar ecosystems.
Department of Philosophy