Gregory Gibson (scientist)

Gregory Gibson is a human geneticist and computational biologist known for his work in the fields of gene regulation, complex trait genetics, and evolutionary genomics. He has made significant contributions to understanding the genetic basis of phenotypic variation, particularly in the context of development and disease.

Gibson's research has focused on identifying and characterizing the genetic variants that influence gene expression and how these variants contribute to differences in observable traits. He has been involved in developing and applying statistical and computational methods to analyze large-scale genomic datasets, including RNA sequencing (RNA-Seq) and genome-wide association studies (GWAS).

His work often involves studying model organisms, such as Drosophila melanogaster (fruit flies), and translating findings to human health. A key area of his research involves the integration of genomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics data to understand the molecular mechanisms underlying complex diseases. He has made notable contributions to understanding the genetic architecture of autism spectrum disorder, among other complex conditions.

Gibson has held academic positions at various institutions and is recognized for his contributions to the field through publications in leading scientific journals and presentations at international conferences. His research is typically supported by grants from national and international funding agencies. He is also involved in training and mentoring students and postdoctoral researchers in genomics and bioinformatics.