Webster Lab

The Webster lab focuses on using snails to understand the evolution and development (EvoDevo) of novel phenotypes like the molluscan shell. We are aiming to understand how the shell of molluscs has evolved into so many different forms by understanding the developmental mechanisms regulating biomineralization via the mantle. We are also helping to develop a slipper snail model (Crepidula atrasolea) to test fundamental evolution and development questions along with Dede Lyons group at SCRIPPS

Banner: Juvenile Crepidula atrasolea stained for nuclei (cyan), Cilia (magenta) and serotonin (Yellow).