Wessinger, Carolyn

Assistant Professor

Carolyn Wessinger is interested in the causes and consequences of trait variation and evolution above and below the species level, using a genetic perspective. Her work combines a variety of approaches, including population genomics, QTL mapping, comparative studies, phylogenetics, and modeling approaches. To date, she has focused on studying floral adaptation to different pollinators.

Biographical Profile

College
College of Arts and Sciences
Department
Biological Sciences
Tenure Status
Tenure Track

Interest Background

Interest Keywords
population genomics, QTL mapping, comparative studies, phylogenetics, modeling, macroevolutionary trends
Personal Focus Areas
causes and consequences of trait variation and evolution above and below the species level, studying floral adaptation to different pollinators

Recognition Awards, Honors, & Fellowships

Dates Type Description Foundation/Entity
2022 Fellowship McCausland Faculty Fellowship College of Arts and Sciences at the University of South Carolina
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