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Manyuan Long is the Edna K. Papazian Distinguished Service Professor at the University of Chicago, where he leads research in the areas of molecular evolution, evolutionary genetics, and new gene functions. With a focus on the scientific exploration of de novo gene origination, Long combines theoretical, computational, molecular, and experimental approaches to understand evolutionary processes. His achievements include approximately 200 publications, which span research reports, reviews, and popular science articles, earning him recognition through prestigious awards. Among these awards are the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Fellowship and the title of AAAS Fellow due to his significant contributions to the field of evolutionary biology. His research has generated societal impact, highlighted in renowned media outlets, and his work has been included in major evolutionary biology textbooks. Long's efforts have significantly advanced the understanding of gene functions and their impact on development, adaptation, and evolution.
Department of Philosophy