S3E6 – Analyzing the Genomes

01/11/2023 20 min
S3E6 – Analyzing the Genomes

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Episode Synopsis

Sifakas are beautifully adapted to their environment. Dr. Elaine Guevara studies the source of these adaptations in the genetic code of sifakas (and other primates). Elaine shares how she traveled a complex path to get to Duke University and primate evolution – including a stop by the bug department. Now she’s a lecturer in Evolutionary Anthropology, a researcher at the Duke Lemur Center, and a molecular primatologist! 
Links to learn more: 

Profile of Elaine’s research and teaching 
Elaine’s research on sifaka leaf-eating 
Elaine’s research on the genetics of lemur diets 
Elaine’s research on sifaka diversity

 
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