Dr. Shannon Hackett

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Biography

Shannon Hackett is a lecturer at the Field Museum, specializing in evolutionary biology with a focus on avian molecular systematics, neotropical biogeography, genome evolution, and avian disease ecology evolution. She has built a robust academic career that emphasizes the intersection of museum collections and biological research. Her educational background includes a PhD in Biology from Louisiana State University, obtained in 1992, an MSc from the same university in 1987, and a BSc from the University of Victoria in Canada in 1983. Hackett's involvement in research is well documented, with numerous publications in the field of biological evolution and phylogeny, indicating her significant contribution to scientific literature and understanding of avian systems. Her work continues to influence both academic peers and the broader scientific community through various outreach efforts and collaborative projects.

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Doctorate Program
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TOEFL
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Required:26
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IELTS
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Overall
Required:7
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Department of Philosophy