Biology 454 - Evolutionary Biology

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Colgate University

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F. Frey, K. Ingram, D. McHugh Evolutionary biology is a dynamic, interdisciplinary field that influences the way we think about topics as diverse as conservation biology, epidemiology, paleontology, population genetics, adaptive radiations, the evolution of developmental mechanisms, inter-specific competition, and human behavior. The material covered in this course is motivated by the types of questions evolutionary biologists ask about these and other subjects. Emphasis is on the formulation of these questions, the generation of hypotheses, and the testing of predictions. Using primary literature, students give written critiques of experiments designed to test competing hypotheses; they also provide informed suggestions for future directions of research. In addition, students debate competing hypotheses and differing interpretations of data. Each student is required to write a mock grant proposal that includes an extensive review of the current literature. Prerequisite: BIOL 211 or 212; seniors only. Offered every spring.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.colgate.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 228-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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