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Who we are

Randy Klabacka (PI)

randy_klabacka
I am an assistant professor of Biology at BYU, where I teach intro bio, animal diversity, and evolution courses and lead research in molecular evolution and bioenergetics in reptiles. When I'm not teaching or doing research, I enjoy going on outdoor adventures with my family (especially to look for cool wildlife), playing sports with friends, and enjoying good company.

Jordan Kirk

Bio coming soon

Sadie Hale

I am an undergraduate student at BYU studying Bioinformatics, with an interest in ecology and evolution. I grew up in Beavercreek, Ohio, and Henderson, Nevada, and have been passionate about biology since I was young. Outside of my studies, I enjoy kayaking, longboarding, playing pickleball, and I am always eager to try something new. I have been in the KLab since February 2025, and am excited about the upcoming projects we have lined up.

Austin Rejcek

Bio coming soon

Lab Alumni

Candice Johnson - University of Kansas Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology PhD Program
Seun Onileowo - Auburn University Biology PhD Program (starting fall 2025)
Dante Celani
Reagan McKee - University of Colorado Computer Science PhD Program
David Bean - University of Utah Biomedical Informatics MS Program
Baylee Christensen - University of Wyoming Biology PhD Program (starting fall 2025)
Erin Bunch
Angelina Romero - Brigham Young University, Hawaii undergraduate student
Alexander Everett - Utah Tech University undergraduate student
Dallin Matthews - Utah Tech University undergraduate student
Rixon Doman - Utah Tech University undergraduate student
Laisha Noyes - Utah Tech University undergraduate student
Vicente Fernández Lara - Utah Tech University undergraduate student
Dustin Kolste - Utah Tech University undergraduate student
Syrus Miner - Utah Tech University undergraduate student
Álvaro Osuna Jiménez - Utah Tech University undergraduate student
Zach Christiansen - Utah Tech University undergraduate student