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Conservation and Ecological Genetics - BIOL334
Continuing advances in DNA technology and statistical analyses have greatly improved our ability to use genetic information to address questions in ecology, conservation, evolution, behaviour and forensics. This unit deals with the distribution of genetic diversity in individuals, populations and species, and examines how different fields of science can benefit from integrating genetic knowledge into their research agenda. Emphasis is placed on the relevance of genetic factors to the conservation, management and restoration of wild populations. We will also explore several strands of ecological genetic research, drawing upon a broad base of expertise at Macquarie University and beyond, and addressing such topics as climate change genetics, adaptation and evolvability in the wild, and the ecological genetics of sex.
| Credit Points: | 3 |
| When Offered: | S2 Day - Session 2, North Ryde, Day S2 External - Session 2, External (On-campus dates: Compulsory) |
| Staff Contact(s): | Dr Darrell Kemp |
| Prerequisites: |
39cp including BIOL206(P) |
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| Assessed As: | Graded |
| Offered By: | Department of Biological Sciences Faculty of Science |
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