Dr. Waldir Miron

• Position: Assistant Professor
• Department: Biology
• Office Location: Building 58, Room 062C
• WaldirMiron@uwf.edu
• Campus: 850.474.2321
• Personal UWF Website
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Biography

I am interested in evolutionary biology, ranging from the molecular mechanisms underlying phenotypic variation to the eco-evolutionary forces shaping the evolutionary history of populations and species. More recently, I have developed a particular interest in the evolution of different reproductive systems, from their molecular causes to their evolutionary consequences. During my career, I have worked with various organisms, mainly using genetics, genomics, and bioinformatics methods as toolkits to investigate the historical factors influencing the genetic structure and phytogeographical patterns of wild populations. I also integrated experimental approaches to analyze the molecular basis (e.g., epigenetics) and potential (non) adaptive consequences of phenotypic plasticity. If you want to keep updated on what I am currently doing, please visit my personal website.

Degrees & Institutions

• Ph.D., Biology, Swansea University (United Kingdom)
• Msc., Systematics and Evolution, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte (Brazil)
• Bachelor of Biological Sciences, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte (Brazil)

Research

Evolution of self-fertilization and asexuality in fishes;- Sperm biology, sexual conflict, and paternal effects; - Phenotypic plasticity in clonal organisms