I am a researcher in the field of ancient DNA at the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology, but I also lecture statistics at the University of Adelaide on the side.

My studies were all in the fields of Mathematics and Statistics, but I managed to find a way to apply what I knew to the fascinating field of archaeogenetics. At first I was able to work on all sorts of fascinating topics through my postgraduate research projects, and then through a postdoctoral research position in Dr Wolfgang Haak's research group PALEoRIDER. 

Broadly, my areas of interest are population genetics, bioinformatics, phylogenetics and biostatistics, with a focus on human history. I have a passion for understanding or developing the statistical methods that are used to analyse low-coverage, potentially-contaminated, ancient DNA. Recently I have developed a significant interest in detecting rare disease, disorders and syndromes in ancient populations. However, my favourite aspect of scientific research is making up acronyms for the things I develop. 

If you have any statistical questions, feel free to send me an email. I'm always happy to chat about collaborative research questions, and how statistics can make your life (and research!) better.