BIOL 1940Y - Origins of Multicellularity and the Evolution of Germ Line

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Brown University

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Multicellularity has arisen independently about 20 times among living organisms. We will explore the theoretical issues involved in the origin of multicellularity, including multilevel natural selection and the division of labor, and then survey these themes in all known independent origins of multicellularity. Particular attention will be paid to the segregation of reproductive potential, including its evolution within these groups. Expected background: BIOL 0200 or its equivalent (AP,IB) and any two of the following: BIOL 0470, 0480, 0410, 0430, 0320, 0310, 0440, or 1310. Instructor permission required.

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1.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.brown.edu

Phone Number:

(401) 863-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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