Molecular evolution

Molecular evolution research investigates how genetic material, such as DNA and proteins, changes over time within and among species. We investigate how organisms have evolved and diversified under natural or sexual selection, and the role of other drivers and mechanisms such as drift or transposable elements. By comparing molecular sequences across different species, we can reconstruct evolutionary relationships and uncover the mechanisms driving biological diversity. This field provides crucial insights into the history of life on Earth and informs various fields, including medicine and conservation.