Welcome to the Masel Lab
We study a range of topics in evolutionary biology (and sometimes epidemiology, ecology and economics), including protein evolution, mutation load, and the nature of fitness.
We study a range of topics in evolutionary biology (and sometimes epidemiology, ecology and economics), including protein evolution, mutation load, and the nature of fitness.
Lab retreats
Lab retreats
Latest picture taken from our recent retreat in Prescott, Arizona.
Who says a 5-mile hike and science don't go together?
Lab News
Lab News
New publication alert
New publication alert
March 2023
Our recent publication titled 'Differential retention of Pfam domains creates long-term evolutionary trends' is now available at MBE!
Congratulations Sawsan!
Congratulations Sawsan!
April 2023
Sawsan just passed her comprehensive exam with flying colors. Onwards!
Welcome Naman, Chirag & Osho
Welcome Naman, Chirag & Osho
Fall 2022, Spring 2023 and Summer 2023
Joining us as undergraduates, Naman, Chirag and Osho will be working on different exciting projects.