Lab mission: Our lab uses computational and experimental methods to address questions in evolutionary, systems and synthetic biology. Specifically, we focus on (a) elucidating the emergence of complex biological phenomena during evolution, (b) developing algorithms and models for biological data analysis and prediction, (c) developing computational tools and biological systems for biotechnological applications.

Methods: We employ machine learning, network theory, modeling, and large-scale simulations to evaluate hypotheses and analyze biological systems. In addition, we perform evolutionary microbial experiments, create synthetic circuits and validate computational predictions in our experimental lab.

Location:The lab is part of the Department of Computer Science and UC Davis Genome Center. It is located on the fifth floor of the Genome and Biomedical Sciences Facility.

Joining the Lab:: We are always looking for motivated and talented people who enjoy working in an interdisciplinary environment. If you are a prospective/current graduate student or researcher and interested in joining the lab, check for available openings the here.