Moreau studies the evolution, ecology, biogeography, systematics, and diversification of insects and their microbial gut-symbionts using molecular and genomic tools.

[2][3][4][5][6] Moreau received a PhD in biology from Harvard University (2003 – 2007) under the guidance of E. O. Wilson[7][8] and Naomi Pierce.

[10][11][12] In addition, Moreau and Charles D. Bell showed that the tropics have been and continue to be important for the evolution of the ants.

Wilson goes on to state "The story of Corrie Saux Moreau's ambitious undertaking is one I feel especially important to bring to you.

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