Macroevolution

This course presents the science of biological form and its relation to adaptation, development, and the modes of evolutionary change. Emphases include primary theoretical literature, whole organisms, and the emerging field of evolutionary developmental biology.

Bacterial Cell Biology

Long considered to be simple 'bags of enzymes,' bacteria are now appreciated to be highly ordered and dynamic cells. Bacterial cells organize their genetic material, assemble cytoskeletons, localize proteins, construct organelle-like compartments, differentiate, and communicate with one another to coordinate multicellular behaviors. This course will explore the exciting new field of bacterial cell biology via the primary literature and review articles. Substantial student participation in the form of oral presentation will be expected.

Environmental Geology

The only planet known to sustain life, Earth provides all the resources that sustain us, yet it can be an unpredictable and sometimes dangerous home. Floods, earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and other natural processes challenge our ingenuity, while we also contend with self-induced problems such as pollution, desertification, and even global climate change. This course examines earth processes, how these affect our lives, and how we can best live with and sustain our environment.
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