Dr. Jeffrey M. Osborn

Professor & Convener (Chair) of Biology - Truman State University


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Research

Research Interests
  • Pollen morphology, ultrastructure and development - phylogenetic implications and structure-function relationships
  • Pollination biology of seed plants - mechanics and evolution
  • Morphology and development of reproductive organs - correlations with pollen and spore structure, development, and function
  • Origins and diversifications of angiosperms


Field Experience


Museum/Collection Experience
  • National Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian Institute (Washington, DC)
  • Ohio State University (Columbus, OH)
  • Peabody Museum of Natural History, Yale University (New Haven, CT)
  • Texas State University-San Marcos (San Marcos, TX)
  • Swedish Museum of Natural History (Stockholm, Sweden)
  • The Field Museum (Chicago, IL)
  • Truman State University (Kirksville, MO)
  • University of Alberta (Edmonton, Canada)
  • University of Kansas (Lawrence KS)

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