Research Groups Overview

Luisa Pallares
Max Planck Research Group Leader

We study the genetic basis of phenotypic variation between individuals, and the role that those genetic effects play in the robustness and evolvability of natural populations of the fruit fly, Drosophila melanogaster. more

John Weir
Max Planck Research Group Leader

Meiosis is the process by which the chromosomes from each parent are properly segregated into gametes (e.g. eggs and sperm). Our group examines the mechanisms that control this critical process in the development of new life.  more