BIO 370 Insect Evolutionary Ecology
This course provides an overview of insect ecology from an evolutionary perspective focusing on factors influencing the diversity, distribution, and abundance of insects in natural and managed ecosystems. We will investigate fundamental mechanisms underlying interactions between insects and their abiotic and biotic environment at the molecular, cellular, organismal, population, community, and ecosystem levels. Current trends in research will be explored and the role of insects as model systems in the development of general ecological and evolutionary principles will be highlighted. Applications include lessons for/from pest management, biological control, vector control, and biodiversity management. In lab, students will conduct field and molecular ecology research, including the design, implementation, data analysis, and presentation of research projects. Includes one three-hour laboratory per week.
Corequisite
BIO 370L