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About Dean C. Adams

My research focuses on the evolution of the multivariate phenotype. I am interested in understanding micro- and macroevolutionary patterns of phenotypic diversification, and the historical and ecological processes that are responsible for them. I use a phylogenetic comparative evolutionary framework to attain these goals, directing our empirical work towards vertebrates, with an emphasis on plethodontid salamanders. I also develop new theoretical and analytical approaches for quantifying the multivariate phenotype, and for elucidating patterns of phenotypic evolution and change.

Positions

Present Professor, Iowa State University ‐ Department of Statistics
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Present Professor, Iowa State University ‐ Department of Ecology, Evolution and Organismal Biology
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Disciplines

Research Interests

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Courses

  • Morphometric Analysis (EEOB 565)
  • Advanced Biostatistics (EEOB 590C)
  • Vertebrate Biology (Biol 365)

Education

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1999 PhD. Ecology and Evolution, SUNY Stony Brook
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1994 M.S. Biology, University of Louisiana at Lafayette
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1992 B.A., Biology, Franklin & Marshall College
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Contact Information

241 Bessey
2200 Osborn Dr
Ames, IA 50011-1020
Phone: 515-294-3834
Fax: 515-294-1337

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