In the Lea lab, we use evolutionary, anthropological, and genomic approaches to understand how environmental experiences across the lifecourse influence gene regulation, biology, and health. We do this work with small-scale, non-industrial populations in Kenya, Bolivia, and Malaysia. We complement these field-based studies with work in model systems (immortalized cell lines and non-human primates).

We are located at Vanderbilt University in the Department of Biological Sciences. We are also affiliated with the Vanderbilt Genetics Institute and the Vanderbilt Evolutionary Studies Initiative.

Contact us

On campus:
Amanda's office - U7221 Medical Research Building III ​
Lab member offices - U7207 and U7211
Wet lab - U7215 and U7217

Mailing address:
Dept. of Biological Sciences
Vanderbilt University
Box 351634 Station B
Nashville, TN 37235-1634