Biology 232 - EVOLUTION

Evolution frames much of biology by providing insights into how and why things change over time. For example, the study of evolution is essential to: understanding transitions in biodiversity across time and space, elucidating patterns of genetic variation within and between populations, and developing both vaccines and treatments for human diseases. Topics in this course will include population genetics, molecular evolution, speciation, phylogenetics and macroevolution. Prerequisite: BIO 152 or BIO 154 or permission of the instructor.