Kristin Alligood Wins Best Graduate Student Poster at EVO-WIBO
Congratulations to graduate student Kristin Alligood for winning the Best Graduate Student Poster Award at the EVO-WIBO Conference!
Kristin’s exceptional poster presentation showcased her innovative research in evolutionary biology, earning recognition from judges for both scientific merit and presentation quality. This award highlights the continued excellence of Cresko Lab members at regional conferences.
Award-Winning Research
Kristin’s poster presented her cutting-edge work on: - Evolutionary genomics in natural populations - Environmental drivers of adaptation - Population genetic structure and gene flow - Conservation implications of genomic variation
Presentation Excellence
The award recognizes Kristin’s ability to: - Design clear and visually appealing posters - Explain complex concepts to diverse audiences - Engage in scientific discussions - Present data in compelling ways - Answer questions with depth and clarity
About EVO-WIBO
The regional Evolution conference brings together researchers from: - Major Pacific Northwest universities - Government research agencies - Conservation organizations - International institutions
Research Impact
Kristin’s work contributes to: - Understanding adaptation in changing environments - Conservation genetics applications - Development of genomic resources - Population management strategies
Lab Success at EVO-WIBO 2016
Kristin’s award is part of an exceptional showing by the Cresko Lab at this year’s conference, with multiple lab members receiving recognition for their presentations.
Career Development
This recognition: - Validates Kristin’s research approach - Enhances her scientific visibility - Strengthens her professional network - Positions her well for future opportunities
Future Directions
Kristin is now a Research Associate at the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, where she applies her expertise in genomics to conservation and management challenges.
Well done, Kristin!