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Marcus Kronforst

Departmental website:
https://pondside.uchicago.edu/ee/people/kronforst.html
Lab website:
https://www.kronforstlab.org/

Marcus Kronforst's research focuses on the genetics and evolution of mimicry and speciation in butterflies. He and the members of his lab apply a combination of molecular and population genetics, phylogenetics, behavioral studies, and field research to address questions regarding evolution and genetics of adaptation and speciation.

Kronforst Stories

Asian butterfly populations show different mimicry patterns thanks to genetic ‘switch’ Butterfly in the wild

Asian butterfly populations show different mimicry patterns thanks to genetic ‘switch’

Study can help scientists understand genetic differences behind phenotypes in animal kingdom

Monarch butterflies bred in captivity may lose ability to migrate Monarch butterfly

Monarch butterflies bred in captivity may lose ability to migrate

Single genetic switch changes butterfly wing color, study finds Butterfly on a feeder

Single genetic switch changes butterfly wing color, study finds

Take time to enjoy some of Chicago’s beautiful “Urban Nature”

Take time to enjoy some of Chicago’s beautiful “Urban Nature”

Asst. Prof. Marcus Kronforst introduces video series on city flora and fauna


'Urban Nature' Web Series Zooms In On Green Roof At Notebaert Museum

'Urban Nature' Web Series Zooms In On Green Roof At Notebaert Museum

Asst. Prof. Marcus Kronforst to host PBS show on wildlife in urban settings


DNA Info

Genetic secrets of the monarch butterfly revealed Monarch

Genetic secrets of the monarch butterfly revealed

How One Gene Gives Monarch Butterflies the Power to Migrate

How One Gene Gives Monarch Butterflies the Power to Migrate

Asst. Prof. Marcus Kronforst authors study that suggests monarch butterflies can fly long distances because of more efficient muscles


A single gene called doublesex controls wing mimicry in butterflies

A single gene called doublesex controls wing mimicry in butterflies

The secrets of the masquerading butterfly are revealed

The secrets of the masquerading butterfly are revealed

Prof. Marcus Kronforst leads research that identifies 'doublesex' gene in the Common Mormon butterfly, which allows it to mimic the appearance of other species


National Science Foundation funds study to unlock secrets of biodiversity

National Science Foundation funds study to unlock secrets of biodiversity

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