Dr. Gene E. Robinson

Dr. Gene E. Robinson is a prominent researcher and educator specializing in entomology and neuroscience, currently serving as the Director of the Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. His research focuses on understanding how social experiences influence behavior and brain function in honey bees, utilizing molecular mechanisms to explore the relationship between genome activity and behavior. With over 250 publications to his name, including significant contributions to leading journals, Dr. Robinson has pioneered genomic applications in studying social behavior and has played a crucial role in sequencing the honey bee genome. He has received numerous accolades throughout his career, including fellowships from prestigious scientific societies and membership in the US National Academy of Sciences. In addition to his research, he has taught multiple courses and has been recognized for his excellence in teaching by students.