
Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Biology
Scientists at the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Biology study the fundamental laws of evolution. They are keen to understand how new characteristics become established and how new species emerge. One of the major research subjects at the Institute is the analysis of genes that enable mice to adapt to their environment. In addition to this, they also examine how evolution brought forth sexuality, and what evolutionary advantages result from this. To this effect, the scientists combine field observations with lab and field experiments. Furthermore, they compile genealogical trees of related species with the help of genetic analyses. Computer models help them to formulate and test theoretical concepts of evolution as well.
Contact
August-Thienemann-Str. 224306 Plön
Phone: +49 4522 763-0
Fax: +49 4522 763-310
PhD opportunities
This institute has an International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS):
IMPRS for Evolutionary BiologyIn addition, there is the possibility of individual doctoral research. Please contact the directors or research group leaders at the Institute.