NSCI0420A-F21
Neurogenetics
Please register via BIOL 0420A
Neurogenetics
Nature versus nurture? Genes or environment? Age-old questions of those seeking to understand behavior. If genes can encode hair color, eye color, why can't genes encode aspects of behavior? This seminar will explore the evidence that genes do indeed influence animal behavior by examining three biological processes common across diverse taxa: circadian rhythms, mating behavior, and learning. We will read the primary literature, critically evaluate the data, and design new experiments to address open questions. (BIOL 145, BIOL 140 recommended; Open to Juniors and Seniors). 3 hrs. sem.
Nature versus nurture? Genes or environment? Age-old questions of those seeking to understand behavior. If genes can encode hair color, eye color, why can't genes encode aspects of behavior? This seminar will explore the evidence that genes do indeed influence animal behavior by examining three biological processes common across diverse taxa: circadian rhythms, mating behavior, and learning. We will read the primary literature, critically evaluate the data, and design new experiments to address open questions. (BIOL 145, BIOL 140 recommended; Open to Juniors and Seniors). 3 hrs. sem.
- Term:
- Fall 2021
- Location:
- Main
- Schedule:
- Unscheduled cross-list, see primary section.
- Type:
- Seminar
- Course Modality:
- In-Person
- Instructors:
- Subject:
- Neuroscience
- Department:
- Prog in Neuroscience
- Division:
- Interdisciplinary
- Requirements Fulfilled:
- SCI
- Levels:
- Undergraduate
- Cross-Listed As:
- BIOL0420A-F21 *
- Availability:
- View availability, prerequisites, and other requirements.
- Course Reference Number (CRN):
- 92497
- Subject Code:
- NSCI
- Course Number:
- 0420
- Section Identifier:
- A