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A Brief History of Evolutionary Genetics
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Abstract: This web article discusses the history of evolutionary genetics. The article highlights important contributors such as Sewall Wright and Dobzhansky as well as current ideas in evolutionary genetics. From this webpage, users can read and download the article and follow links to other useful websites.
A comparison of the plant ecology of two fields
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Abstract: Students will apply random sampling techniques to do a plant population/community/ecosystem study to model how these things are interrelated.
Access Excellence
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Abstract: Access Excellence, launched in 1993, is a national educational program that provides health, biology and life science teachers access to their colleagues, scientists, and critical sources of new scientific information via the World Wide Web. The program was originally developed and launched by Genentech ... More »
Acids and Bases: Cabbage Juice Indicator
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Abstract: In this video segment, the ZOOM cast demonstrates how to use cabbage juice to find out if a solution is an acid or a base.
Advanced Fluid Dynamics of the Environment, Fall 2002
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Abstract: Theoretical topics of fluid dynamics relevant to natural phenomena or man-made hazards in water and atmosphere. Basic law of fluid motion. Scaling and approximations. Slow flows, with applications to drag on a particle and mud flow on a slope. Boundary layers: jets and plumes in pure fluids or in porous ... More »
Advanced Managerial Communication, Spring 2004
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Abstract: Builds on managerial communication skills developed in 15.280. Introduces interactive oral and interpersonal communication skills important to managers, including presenting to a hostile audience, running meetings, listening, and contributing to group decision-making. Includes team-run classes on chosen ... More »
An Alternative Approach to General Chemistry: Addressing the Needs of At-Risk Students with Cooperative Learning Strategies
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Abstract: This site presents a study on the impact of incorporating cooperative learning activities in a large section (>200 'at-risk' students) of General Chemistry. It includes data documenting students' performance in the course and in more advanced science courses, course materials, and videotapes illustrating ... More »
An Introduction to the Bacteriophage T4 Virus.
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Abstract: This is a site concerning the characteristics of the T4 virus and how it infects their unsuspecting hosts. The page speaks about how viruses straddle the definition of life, along with a basic description of what viruses are, and how they infect/replicate in host organisms.
An Origin of Species
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Abstract: In this Evolution Web feature, witness for yourself how a new species can evolve as you observe natural selection and adaptive radiation in action.
Bacteria under ice: Some don't like it hot
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Abstract: This article written by Richard Monastersky of Science News Online describes the work of Martin Sharp of the University of Alberta and colleagues from the United Kingdom. This group began searching for cold-loving bacteria after their discovery of unexplainable chemical reactions beneath the ice of a ... More »
Biocomplexity in African Savannas
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Abstract: This is the web page for a research project that is investigating the role of climate, biogeochemistry, fire, and herbivory in controlling savanna structure and function as well as the mechanisms that may lead to savanna stability. This website includes a description of the objectives for this research ... More »
Biometrics
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Abstract: This text manual introduces statistical analysis and its underlying philosophy, enabling students to understand how to describe the confidence they have in their analysis. Statistical analysis is one of the most widely used, and abused, techniques in the biological sciences. Statistics are ostensibly ... More »
Climate Change, Wildlife, and Wildlands: A Toolkit for Teachers and Interpreters
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Abstract: Use this site to learn about the science of climate change and its potential effects on our nation's wildlife and their habitats.
Computational Evolutionary Biology, Fall 2004
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Abstract: Why has it been easier to develop a vaccine to eliminate polio than to control influenza or AIDS? Has there been natural selection for a 'language gene'? Why are there no animals with wheels? When does 'maximizing fitness' lead to evolutionary extinction? How are sex and parasites related? Why don't ... More »
Evolution 101
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Abstract: This in-depth, multi-part course takes you through evolutionary theory and mechanisms, from definitions to details, natural selection to genetic drift, mutations to punctuated equilibrium.
Evolutionary Psychology, Spring 1999
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Abstract: Current research on the evolution and development of cognition and affect, including intuitive physics, biology, and psychology, language, emotions sexuality, social relations.
Experimental Biology & Communication, Spring 2005
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Abstract: 7.02 and 7.021 require simultaneous registration. Application of experimental techniques in biochemistry, microbiology, and cell biology. Emphasizes integrating factual knowledge with understanding the design of experiments and data analysis to prepare the students for research projects. Instruction ... More »
Forensics
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Abstract: Find out how DNA profilers analyze bits of tissue to identify human remains. From NOVA: "Lost on Everest" Web site.
Pathophysiology of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
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Abstract: In addition to covering the basics in the Concepts in Endocrine Pathophysiology lecture, the lectures in this course cover a wide range of subjects, from Pituitary Neoplasia to Diabetes and Obesity - Treatment to Goiter and Thyroid Nodular Disease. The course also contains Small Group Discussion sessions ... More »