Presented annually by the Linnean Society of London, the Darwin-Wallace Medal recognizes outstanding research on evolutionary biology. Dr. Mackay was honored for her work on advancing the understanding of quantitative traits.
“Wayne State is truly a mission-driven university that has tremendous impact not only on the lives of our students, but our entire community, serving as an engine of social mobility," said Dr. Clabo. "I look forward to working with all members of the campus community to grow and enhance that impact.”
Shelley Adamo, a professor of psychology and neuroscience at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, examines factors that impact the gender gap in faculty positions in the biological sciences.
Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, has suspended 19 of the 24 players on the women's ice hockey team due to a reported hazing incident at a campus party in September.