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BIOL0392A-W25

Conservation Biology

Conservation Biology
A conservation biologist is a problem-solver who applies tools from disparate fields – e.g., evolutionary biology, genetics, ecology, paleontology, anthropology, and population biology – to address complex real-world dilemmas of relevance to human, wildlife, and ecosystem health. To effectively leverage their data, conservation biologists must also recognize and navigate government regulations, diverse cultural practices, and stakeholder perceptions. This course is international in scope. Emphasis will be placed on current issues such as species reintroduction, detecting extinction, rewilding, novel ecosystems, protected area design, shifting baselines, human-wildlife conflict, and climate change. This course will require engagement with community partners in independent research. (BIOL 140 required; recommended ENVS 112)
Course Reference Number (CRN):
11640
Subject Code:
BIOL
Course Number:
0392
Section Identifier:
A

Course

BIOL 0392

All Sections in Winter 2025

Winter 2025

BIOL0392A-W25 Lecture (Vizgirdas)