Examines the genetic underpinnings of animal behavior, including an examination of behavioral evolution and the use of genes as tools to examine neural architecture. We will cover topics including foraging, social behavior, personality, parental care and fear. We will explore these behaviors at multiple levels, including genomics, population genetics, molecular genetics, epigenetics, endocrinology and neurobiology. Fulfills MCDB scientific reasoning requirement. Same as NRSC 4420.
instructor(s)
Donaldson, Zoe Rebecca
Primary Instructor
- Spring 2019 / Spring 2020 / Spring 2021 / Spring 2022 / Spring 2023
