BIOLOGY 263 - Molecular Ecology

Institution:

Reed College

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One-half course for one semester. A survey of how molecular genetic tools are used to investigate ecological processes in natural populations of plant and animal species. Specific topics include methods for studying genetic variation at the protein and DNA levels, quantitative predictions from ecological and evolutionary theory, and application of molecular genetic markers to research questions related to natural selection, gene flow, genetic drift, and nonrandom mating. Conferences will be student-led and based on the primary literature. Prerequisites: Biology 101/102. Consent of the instructor is required for students who have completed related 300-level coursework. Lecture-conference. Not offered 2009-10.

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3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.reed.edu

Phone Number:

(503) 771-1112

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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