James (Jimmy) Bernot
Evolutionary biologist
NSF Postdoc Research Fellow at Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
About
Jimmy Bernot (he/him) is an evolutionary biologist and NSF Postdoc Research Fellow at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. His research interests include crustacean phylogenetics, copepod taxonomy and systematics, parasite evolution, and computational biology. He is working to resolve the crustacean tree of life and understand the processes that have resulted in the spectacular morphological diversity of modern crustaceans, with a particular focus on parasitic copepods.
He is also passionate about science communication, public engagement, education, and outreach. Jimmy regularly participates in outreach events in Washington DC, especially at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History and surrounding K-12 schools. He is actively involved in science engagement on digital media platforms including Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, Skype A Scientist, and podcasts. Follow him @JimmyBernot to see his most recent updates and science engagement work. Use the contact form below or feel free to DM him on Twitter for speaking engagement or interview requests.
Interests
- Crustacean Phylogenetics
- Copepod Taxonomy & Systematics
- Parasite Evolution
- Computational Biology
Education
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PhD Genomics & Bioinformatics, 2020
George Washington University
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MS Ecology & Evolutionary Biology, 2015
University of Connecticut
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BS Biological Sciences, 2012
University of Connecticut
