Karl Kjer

Karl Kjer is an American entomologist specializing in molecular phylogenetics and insect evolution, particularly of hemipteroid insects (Hemiptera, Psocodea, Thysanoptera). He is known for his work using DNA sequence data to reconstruct the evolutionary relationships among insects and to understand the timing of major evolutionary events. Kjer's research has contributed significantly to our understanding of insect biodiversity and the impact of insects on terrestrial ecosystems. He has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and has served in leadership roles within entomological societies. His work often involves collaborative projects and large-scale phylogenetic analyses.