Richard Baker-Strader

Richard Baker-Strader

Richard is a graduate student in the Cantley Lab whose project focuses on genomics and population genetics in Hawaiian plants. His primary roles in the MEEP lab include mentorship and logistics, helping students develop their research skills, and chasing down bugs (usually, but not always, in code). When he’s not in the lab, he can often be found exploring nature by hiking, camping, or scuba diving.

Interests
  • Ecology and evolution
  • Botanical science
  • Marine ecology
  • Bioinformatics
Education
  • MS Candidate in Integrative Biology, 2025

    San Francisco State University

  • BS in Environmental Science & Health, 2023

    Wrigley Institute for Environment & Sustainability, University of Southern California

  • AS in Business Administration

    San Diego City College

  • AA in Economics

    San Diego City College