David Coltman, University of Alberta

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Biological Sciences Professor Edmonton, Alberta dcoltman@ualberta.ca Office: (780) 492-7255

Bio/Research

My research is focused on the maintenance and adaptive significance of genetic variation in the wild. I am interested in testing evolutionary theory in natural populations using longitudinal data and pedigrees, and also in applying genetical methods to problems in conservation and wildlife manage...

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Bio/Research

My research is focused on the maintenance and adaptive significance of genetic variation in the wild. I am interested in testing evolutionary theory in natural populations using longitudinal data and pedigrees, and also in applying genetical methods to problems in conservation and wildlife management. This is possible using molecular markers such as microsatellites and SNPs as tools to facilitate quantitative and population genetic analyses, as well as QTL mapping. My research interests therefore include ecology, quantitative and population genetics, and genomics.

Current Projects Include

Evolutionary quantitative genetics of fitness-related traits in bighorn sheep

Paternity analysis and heritability of behaviour in mountain goats

Deer population structure and host-genetic factors in CWD spread

Molecular ecology of invasive species


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