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Robert Eckhardt
Robert B. Eckhardt, Ph.D.
Professor of Developmental Genetics and Evolutionary Morphology
Summary Statement

Robert Eckhardt's research is focused on the interaction of genetic and environmental influences on growth and development in human populations; musculo-skeletal structures are of primary interest.

Department
  • Kinesiology - KINES
  • Graduate Faculty
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Education
  • Ph.D., 1971, Anthropology and Human Genetics, University of Michigan
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Email
Office Address
29C Recreation Building
University Park, PA 16802
Fax
814-865-1275
Specializations
  • Structure, function, development and evolution of the human musculoskeletal system
  • Empirical acquired biophilosophy ("Outside of a book, a dog is man's best friend; inside a dog it's too dark to read.")
Grants and Research Projects

Interaction of genetic and environmental influences on growth and development in human populations; musculo-skeletal structures are of primary interest. Current study techniques emphasize computer imaging and analysis of two-dimensional and three-dimensional data representing anatomical structures. Particular emphasis is placed on integration of molecular and morphological perspectives on development.