Regular biography
Joshua B. Plotkin is a Professor of the Natural Sciences at the University of Pennsylvania, affiliated with the Department of Biology. His research interests include evolutionary biology, ecology, and the use of mathematics and computation to study adaptation in populations. His work explores topics such as the evolution of robustness and adaptability, the evolutionary ecology of viral populations, and the dynamics of protein translation. Plotkin's research also addresses the evolution of culture and social norms. He is affiliated with the Lynch Laboratory and maintains a website at https://www.bio.upenn.edu/people/joshua-plotkin. His contact information is jplotkin@sas.upenn.edu.
Scholar-generated biography
Joshua B. Plotkin is the Annenberg Professor of the Natural Sciences at the University of Pennsylvania, specializing in evolutionary theory, evolutionary game theory, and population dynamics. His research explores the genetic and ecological mechanisms underlying evolutionary processes, including codon bias, gene expression, and the dynamics of species interactions. Plotkin's work integrates mathematical modeling with empirical data to address questions in molecular evolution, population genetics, and ecological systems. His publications cover topics such as influenza epidemiology, tropical forest dynamics, and the evolution of communication. His research bridges theoretical and applied biology, offering insights into the interplay between genetic variation, environmental feedbacks, and evolutionary outcomes.