Jan Peters is a researcher specializing in systematics, with a focus on the classification, identification, and evolutionary relationships of organisms. Her work contributes to understanding biodiversity, taxonomic organization, and the evolutionary history of species, particularly within entomological and ecological research contexts.

Her research supports accurate species identification and classification, which is essential for studies in ecology, conservation, and integrated pest management. She also contributes to documenting biodiversity and improving taxonomic frameworks used in scientific research.

Areas of Interest

• Systematics
• Taxonomy and Species Identification
• Biodiversity Studies
• Evolutionary Biology
• Phylogenetics
• Insect Classification

Education

Ph.D. in Systematics / Entomology

University of California, Berkeley, USA

M.S. in Biological Sciences

University of Florida, USA

B.S. in Zoology / Biology

University of Michigan, USA

Professional Experience

Research Scientist / Faculty Member (Current)

Florida A&M University (FAMU), USA

• Conducts research in insect systematics and taxonomy
• Works on species identification and classification frameworks
• Contributes to biodiversity documentation projects
• Supports research in ecological and evolutionary studies

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Smithsonian Institution, USA

• Worked on insect taxonomy and systematics research
• Assisted in museum specimen classification and curation
• Conducted phylogenetic and evolutionary studies

Graduate Research Assistant

University of Florida, USA

• Focused on insect diversity and systematics
• Conducted morphological and molecular taxonomy studies
• Supported biodiversity research projects

Research Focus

Jan Peters’ research focuses on organizing and understanding biological diversity through systematics:

• Taxonomic classification of insect groups
• Phylogenetic analysis and evolutionary relationships
• Biodiversity documentation and species discovery
• Morphological and molecular systematics
• Development of identification keys and classification tools
• Support for ecological and conservation research

Academic Contributions

• Contributions to insect taxonomy and classification systems
• Research in evolutionary relationships among insect groups
• Development of taxonomic identification frameworks
• Participation in biodiversity and museum curation projects
• Publications in systematics and evolutionary biology

Research Projects & Resources

• Insect Systematics and Taxonomy Programs
• Biodiversity Assessment Initiatives
• Phylogenetic Research Projects
• Museum Specimen Classification Studies
• Evolutionary Biology Research Networks

Extension & Outreach Activities

• Training in species identification and taxonomy
• Workshops on biodiversity documentation
• Support for ecological and conservation education
• Collaboration with museums and research institutions

Professional Profiles

• Google Scholar
• ResearchGate
• ORCID

Contact Information

Department of Entomology, Florida A&M University (FAMU)

Attention to: Dr. Jan Peters
1740 S Martin L. King Jr. Blvd
Tallahassee, FL 32307, USA

Email: janice.peters@famu.edu