Author: Jessica Carpinone
Bio: Jessica Carpinone has an M.Sc. from Carleton University, Canada. My scientific career started in genomics at the University of Ottawa where I earned a B.Sc. Hon. degree in biopharmaceutical sciences followed by an M.Sc. in biology at Carleton University, studying evolutionary theory, especially evolution of subcellular processes. Specifically, I study evolution of processes involved in the formation of new individuals, such as the coming together of nuclei from one or two parents. I am interested in the variation of these processes in almost all life forms and how that variation informs evolutionary notions of sex. I am also interested in the role sexual selection might play on levels that are normally overlooked by biologists, such as within the microcosm of an egg. As a student of science, I am dedicated to understanding how the legacy of male domination of the natural sciences has shaped biological ideas. The impact of male bias sets in motion many of the ideas raised in this chapter. I am thrilled to be able to contribute to such a body of work and look forward to the discussions it will surely raise.