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PhD. Conservation Biologist. Malacologist. Systematist. Director of The Museum of Biological Diversity at The Ohio State University. I own my opinions. He/Him.

 Auburn, AL
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Joined June 2009
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Time for my sometimes yearly post! I'm recruiting at least one graduate student to join my lab in Fall 2027. See more here: nathanwhelan.com/assests/Gra…
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I posted an eLetter to the recent Science paper claiming strong evidence for sponges as the sister group to all other animals. The eLetter can be found under the original article. science.org/doi/10.1126/scie…

RETRACTED: Integrative phylogenomics positions sponges at the root of the animal tree

Determining whether sponges or ctenophores root the animal tree has important implications for understanding early animal evolution. Here, we examined support for these competing hypotheses by...

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In short, the methods were seriously flawed and the dataset broadly supports ctenophores sister with robust, theoretically sound methodologies.
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For what it's worth, I submitted it as a regular Letter and the editor invited me to submit an eLetter. I do not think that venue is ideal for a response to such a flawed paper, but I also figured it was the best option for now.
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Who's spending the weekend jamming to Pure Moods?
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My lab at Auburn University is hiring a technician for our new environmental DNA (eDNA) lab. We are seeking an individual with experience doing eDNA lab work to join our lab. Apply here: auemployment.com/postings/50… Please share!
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The employee will generate data for a large invasive species Early Detection Rapid Response network. It's a great opportunity to have a meaningful impact with on-the-ground conservation work!
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Nathan Whelan retweeted
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Lololololol
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Never a doubt
Kansas City Chiefs
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NOT IN OUR HOUSE 👆
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Nathan Whelan retweeted
Kansas City Chiefs
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NOT IN OUR HOUSE 👆
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The only good thing about standard time is that all the people who mindlessly use EST/CST etc. won't be wrong for a few months. Standard time is GROSS!
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Legend
Alyssa Lang
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Timeless advice. Nerds clusters, still the elite of the elite. Happy Halloween, miss you coach ❤️🏴‍☠️
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It's Halloween so we're here to tell you about one of the spookiest things! We're introducing Extinction Graveyard, our blog about species that have faced extinction or endangerment due to damming on the Coosa. To see the list visit CoosaRiver.org/Blog
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I have received over 150 applications for graduate student positions in my lab. It's overwhelming and distressing. I'm going to have to reject over 98% of applicants. It feels bad.
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I wonder if the Earnest movies hold up
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Nathan Whelan retweeted
Todd Pierson@twpierson25 Sep 2024
The Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Organismal Biology @ Kennesaw State University is currently advertising for two tenure-track positions: one in ecology and one in animal physiology. Come work with us! Share the adds (see below) with anyone who might be interested.
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I am hiring an Environmental DNA Lab Manager! auemployment.com/postings/48…
Job announcement. Can be found here: https://www.auemployment.com/postings/48072

ALT Job announcement. Can be found here: https://www.auemployment.com/postings/48072

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This person will manage day-to-day operations of a new eDNA lab. Much of the first two years will focus on implementing the Molecular Lab Network component of Department of Interior's Early Detection Rapid Response Network for invasive species.
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Please contact me with any questions!
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