Daniel McIntyre

Generally, I am interested in the genetics and evolution of development. I became interested in development after I graduated from college, while working as a technician in Deneen Wellik's lab at the University of Michigan. My research there focused on the role of Hox genes in patterning the vertebrate axial skeleton. I am continuing to pursue developmental biology because this type of research allows me to combine my strong interest in organismal biology with cutting edge genetic and molecular techniques. I am also interested in the genome evolution -- especially in the evolution of gene clusters such as the Hox genes (which are also, of course, closely tied to developmental patterning).

I did my undergraduate work at the University of Virginia, so it was a tough choice for me to come to a rival ACC school, but I am very glad I did. The program here is collaborative and interdisciplinary, and as such it has provided a great environment for my dissertation research. In addition, North Carolina is a wonderful environment for pursuing my non-science interests, especially paddling, hiking and rock climbing.

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