Charles Ross

Biography
Charles L. Ross (also known as Chuck, Charles-in-Charge, Ross the Boss, Charizard) is an Assistant Professor of Evolutionary Biology. He studies the ecological and evolutionary genetics of hybrid zones and speciation, specifically in crickets and butterflies. His research and teaching interests include all aspects of evolutionary biology, as well as population genetics, molecular ecology, entomology, and genomics. Other interests include Ultimate, backpacking, and good wine. He is also second cousin of "Wolf" from American Gladiators.

Education
Stanford University - Bachelor of Sciences, Biology

Stanford University - Masters of Sciences, Biology

Cornell University - Ph.D.in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology

exposed to a Fire Stone - evolved into Charizard

University of Arizona - postdoctoral research

New Mexico State University - postdoctoral research

came to Hampshire; was never seen again

Courses
F07 - Unknown Microbial Majority

F07 - Evolutionary Biology

J08 - Gene Cloning

S08 - Population Genetics

S08 - What is a Species?

F08 - Evolutionary Biology

F08 - What is a Species?

F08 - Biotechnology for Beginners

Independent Studies with:

-Erik Hoel

-Andrew Fulmer

-Rachel Ingraham

-Evan Wagner

Students I Advise
DivI

Andrew Huckins     andrewhuckins@gmail.com Caitlin Ella Wind      cew08@hampshire.edu Chelsea Kronick      kronickashes@gmail.com Evan Wagner          edw08@hampshire.edu Geoffrey Ivison       gti08@hampshire.edu Jacob Sweet           jads08@hampshire.edu Jacques Boudreau   jrb08@hampshire.edu Katherine D'Ovidio   kid08@hampshire.edu Rory Kyle                rjk08@hampshire.edu