I am an Associate Professor at Purdue University in the Department of Biological Sciences and the Department of Forestry and Natural Resources. Our lab's research integrates rapidly-advancing molecular and analytical tools to ask a broad array of ecological and evolutionary questions. Using these tools, we answer questions in both basic and applied ecology and evolution, often focusing on successful conservation and management outcomes.

email: markchristie1500@gmail.com

phone: 765-494-2070

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I am a recent Ecology PhD graduate from UC Davis, where my research focused on the genetics of migration in Monarch Butterflies and and on improving and developing methods for estimating the genetic architecture of quantitative traits in order to better predict the demographic impacts of ecological changes on populations. I am also interested in developing user-friendly software for population genetics in order to make the genetic toolkit more easily accessible for ecologists and conservationists. I am currently examining the genetic effects of hatcheries in Alaskan Pink Salmon.

email: whemstro@purdue.edu

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I am interested in studying the drivers of evolution in the ocean. My current research uses transcriptomic and genomic tools to identify patterns of gene flow and population connectivity in Kellet’s whelks (Kelletia kelletii), a marine snail native to California (U.S. and Mexico). In addition to my research, I am an active advocate for diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in STEM and beyond.

email: lee3617@purdue.edu

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I am interested in how gene families will respond to a changing climate. My research aims to identify genes that are critical to the survival of individuals experiencing stressful thermal conditions. More broadly, I am interested in expanding our understanding of gene families and how their expression is influenced by abiotic factors. 

email: analesni@purdue.edu

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I am interested in studying the evo-devo of vertebrates and how this could potentially facilitate our understanding towards invasive species control. My current research focus on understanding tissue specific transcriptomic and morphological changes through different stages of metamorphosis of a basal marine vertebrate, the sea lamprey (Petromyzon marinus), which is also an invasive species in the Great Lakes.

email: tsai222@purdue.edu

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I am an international undergraduate student from Mexico currently studying engineering in biotechnology at Tec de Monterrey campus Querétaro. I am interested in studying and understanding how populations can avoid extinction by genetic adaptation. Moreover, I am currently engaged in a research internship at Christie lab to learn about Daphnia and evolutionary/genetic rescue.

email: alopezm@purdue.edu

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