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Professor of Zoology and Assistant Chair of the department of Biological Sciences
  BS - 1977 - Marine Biology, California State University, Long Beach, CA
MA - 1981 - Biology, University of Northern Colorado
DA – 1985 - Biology, University of Northern Colorado 


Office: LSE 321                 
Phone: (870) 972-3082
Email: rlj@astate.edu
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Genetics

  • Environmental Genetics
  • Molecular Systematics
  • Fish Health Assessment
  • Stream Systems Analysis

Dr. Johnson's research focus has been on the population genetics of groups which have been impacted by stocking/harvesting programs and other anthropogenic effects. Much of his research has investigated the genetics of the blackbass (Micropterus) and catfish (Ictalurus) by way of allozyme and mitochondrial DNA analysis. Additionally, his investigations of bivalves have shown how water quality changes and shell harvesting can dramatically affect genetic diversity and structure. He has also been involved in several projects studying stream dynamics of sportfish.

  Courses Taught
  • Genetics
  • Human Genetics
  • Population Genetics
  • Embryology
  • Fisheries Biology
  Students

Graduate: Travis Harmon, Nate Stephens, Michael Weston

PhD: Joy Trauth

 

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