Gerd B. Muller

About the Author

Gerd B. Müller is a distinguished evolutionary biologist and theoretical biologist whose groundbreaking research has reshaped our understanding of developmental and evolutionary processes. As a professor at the University of Vienna and former head of the Konrad Lorenz Institute for Evolution and Cognition Research, Müller has dedicated his career to bridging the gaps between genetics, development, and evolution, challenging traditional Darwinian paradigms with innovative concepts like evo-devo. His work emphasizes the role of phenotypic plasticity and extended inheritance in biological change, influencing fields from paleontology to synthetic biology. Co-editor of the seminal volume Evolution, the Extended Synthesis (MIT Press), Müller continues to advocate for a more integrative approach to evolutionary theory, inspiring scientists worldwide to explore the complexities of life's diversity.