Prof. Jennifer Dever

Jennifer A. Dever

Professor

Full-Time Faculty
Harney Science Center 270

Biography

Jennifer A. Dever is Professor in the Department of Biology. She received her PhD from Texas Tech University. Professor Dever studies the genetics of threatened and/or endangered populations of vertebrates, including crocodiles and foothill yellow-legged frogs. She employs molecular markers to assess the genetic structure of these populations, with the goal of species conservation. Several graduate and undergraduate students are collaborating with Professor Dever on this research.

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Research Areas

  • Genetics of threatened and/or endangered populations of vertebrates, including crocodiles and foothill yellow-legged frogs

Appointments

  • Director, PSM in Biotechnology

Education

  • PhD, Texas Tech University