Dr. Jeffrey Weinell

Assistant Professor
Department of Biology
Austin Peay State University (APSU)

Background:  Herpetology, Field Biology, Evolution, Genomics, Collections-based research

Research interests:  Integration of genomic, organismal, and environmental data to better understand how species adapt to different environments. I use amphibians and reptiles as model natural systems for this work.

Mentorship:  Students interested in joining my lab as either an undergraduate or graduate student (MS thesis-track) should email me (weinellj@apsu.edu). Prospective Masters students should also check out APSU's Masters program admissions requirements and deadlines: APSU Biology Graduate Program.

APSU courses taught:  Fall 2025: Genetics Lecture (BIOL 3130-09), Genetics Lab (BIOL 3131-11, 3131-12)