Undergraduate
Course Number |
Graduate
Course Number |
Course Title |
Instructor |
EEB 115b WF 10.30-11.20 ML 211
1 HTBA |
EEB515/FES315 |
Conservation Biology
An introduction to ecological and evolutionary principles underpinning efforts to conserve Earth's biodiversity. Efforts to halt the rapid increase in disappearance of both plants and animals. Discussion of sociological and economic issues. |
Jetz, Powell |
EEB 122b
MWF 11.35-12.50
Sc WR (34) |
EEB 522b |
Principles of Evolution, Ecology and Behavior. The major principles of evolution, ecology, and Principles of evolution, ecology, and behavior explained and illustrated by recent advances that have changed the field. Emphasis on major events in the history and key transitions in the organization of life. Ecological processes from organisms through populations and communities to the biosphere. Foraging, mating, and selfish and cooperative behavior placed in evolutionary and ecological context.
Recommended preparation: MCDB 120a or equivalent. |
Stearns |
EEB 123Lb
TWTH 1.30-4.40
Sc (0) |
EEB 523Lb |
Lab for Principles of Evolution, Ecology & Behavior. Experimental approaches to organismal and population biology, including study of the diversity of life.
Concurrently with or after EEB 122b. |
Wells |
EEB 125b
T TH 11.35-12.50
Sc (24) |
G &G 125b |
History of Life. Examination of fossil and geologic evidence pertaining to the origin, evolution, and history of life on Earth. Emphasis on major events in the history of life, on what the fossil record reveals about the evolutionary process, on the diversity of ancient and living organisms, and on the evolutionary impact of Earth’s changing environment. |
Briggs, Hickey |
EEB 150b
MWF 9.25-10.15
Sc WR (32) |
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Genomics, Evolution, and Human Biology
The biology of humans from an evolutionary perspective. Human genetics, genomics, and evolution as context for understanding the features that link us to all other organisms and those that make us unique. Designed for, but not limited to, majors in Biology |
Ochman |
EEB 160a T TH 2.30-3.45
Sc (37) |
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Diversity of Life A survey of the diversity of organisms on Earth with a focus on their evolutionary history, biology, and adaptations to their environment. |
Clement |
EEB171a
MW 2.30-3.45
Sc WR |
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The Collections of the Peabody Museum
Exploration of selected scientific problems through use of the biological and geological collections of the Peabody Museum.
Permission of instructor required
Meets during reading period
Enrollment limited to freshmen and sophomores. |
Buss |
EEB 210a
T Th 1.00-2.15
QR (26) |
EEB 510a |
Introduction to Statistics: Life Sciences. Statistical and probabilistic analysis of biological problems presented with a unified foundation in basic statistical theory. Problems are drawn from genetics, ecology, epidemiology, and bioinformatics. |
Reuning-Scherer, Wagner |
EEB 220a
MWF 10.30-11.20
Sc (33) |
EEB 520a |
General Ecology. The theory and practice of ecology, including the ecology of individuals, population dynamics and regulation, community structure, ecosystem function, and ecological interactions at broad spatial and temporal scales. Topics such as climate change, fisheries management, and infectious diseases are placed in an ecological context.
Prerequisite: MATH 112a or b or equivalent. |
Vasseur,
Post |
EEB 225b
T Th 10.15-11.35 1 HTBA
Sc (24) |
EEB 525b |
Evolutionary Biology. An overview of evolutionary biology as the discipline uniting all of the life sciences. Reading and discussion of scientific papers to explore the dynamic aspects of evolutionary biology. Principles of population genetics, paleontology, and systematic; application of evolutionary thinking in disciplines such as developmental biology, ecology, microbiology, molecular biology, and human medicine.
Recommended preparation: E&EB 122b. |
Moran, Turner |
EEB 226L W 1.30-4.30 Sc (0) |
EEB 526Lb |
Laboratory for Evolutionary Biology. The companion laboratory to E&EB 225b. Patterns and processes of evolution, including collection and interpretation of molecular and morphological data in a phylogenetic context. Focus on methods of analysis of species-level and population-level variation in natural populations.
Concurrently with or after E&EB 225b or with permission of instructor. |
Caccone |
EEB 240a
MW 9.00-10.15
F 9.25-10.15
1 HTBA |
EEB 540a |
Animal Behavior
An introduction to the study of animal behavior from an evolutionary and ecological perspective. History and methods of studying animal behavior. Topics include foraging, predation, communication, reproduction, cooperation, and the role of behavior in conservation.
After E&EB 122. |
Alonzo |
EEB 246b
MW 1.00-2.15
Sc (0) |
EEB 546b |
Plant Diversity & Evolution. Introduction to the evolutionary relationships of plant lineages. Exploration of the complexity, diversity, and characteristics of the major plant groups, including the green algae, mosses, ferns, conifers, and flowering plants, within a phylogenetic context.
To be taken concurrently with E&EB 247Lb. Prerequisite: a general understanding of introductory biology and evolution. |
Clement |
EEB 247Lb
T 1.00-4.00
Sc (26) |
EEB 547Lb |
Lab: Plant Diversity& Evolution. Local flora field research; hands-on experience with the plant groups examined in the accompanying lectures.
To be taken concurrently with E&EB 246b.
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Clement |
EEB 250a
T Th 11.35-12.50
Sc (24) |
EEB 550a |
Biology of Terrestrial Arthropods. Evolutionary history and diversity of terrestrial arthropods (body plan, phylogenetic relationships, fossil record); physiology and functional morphology (water relations, thermoregulation, energetics of flying and singing); reproduction (biology of reproduction, life cycles, metamorphosis, parental care); behavior (migration, communication, mating systems, evolution of sociality); ecology (parasitism, mutualism, predator-prey interactions, competition, plant-insect interactions).
After E&EB 122b. |
Wells |
EEB 251La
W 1.30-4.30
Sc (0) |
EEB 551La |
Lab for Biology of Terrestrial Arthropods. Comparative anatomy, dissections, identification, and classification of terrestrial arthropods; specimen collection; field trips.
Concurrently with or after E&EB 250a. |
Wells |
EEB 257a
MW 1.00-2.15
Sc |
EEB 557a |
Invertebrates II: A comprehensive survey of the phyla comprising the Lophotrochozoa and the Ecdysozoa emphasizing anatomy, functional organization, systematics, and evolutionary history.
Prerequisite: E&EB 255. |
Buss |
EEB 258La
M 2.30-5.30
Sc |
EEB 558La |
Laboratory for Invertebrates II: Study of the anatomy of representative living invertebrates comprising the Lophotrochozoa and the Ecdysozoa, accompanied by examination of museum specimens of both extant and fossil invertebrates.
Prerequisite: E&EB 256L.
Because the length of laboratory sessions depends on the particular experiment, the ending times of laboratory courses vary widely. Students should allow several hours for each laboratory. |
Buss |
EEB 275a
T Th 11.35-12.50
Sc (34) |
FES734/
EVST400 |
Biological Oceanography. Exploration of a range of coastal and pelagic ecosystems. Relationships between biological systems in the ocean and the physical processes that control the stratification and movements of water. Anthropogenic impacts on oceans, such as the effects of fishing, aquaculture, and global warming. Includes three optional Friday field trips.
Permission of instructor required
Enrollment limited to 15. |
Decker |
| EEB 280b |
ANTH810/ANTH310 |
Mammalogy
The evolution and diversity of mammals, including primates. Origins, evolutionary history, systematics, morphology, biogeography, physiology, behavior, and ecology of major mammalian lineages. Accompanying laboratories focus on diagnostic morphological features of mammalian groups through examination of specimens from the Peabody Museum.
Permission of instructor required |
Sargis |
EEB 315a M W 11.35-12.50
Sc |
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Plant-Insect Interactions
The ecology and evolution of plant-insect interactions examined in three parts: insect pollination of plants, herbivory, and ant-plant interactions.
Permission of instructor required |
Clement |
EEB 330a
Th 1.00-5.00
1 HTBA |
E&EB630/F&ES730/
F&ES330/EVST330 |
Ecosystem Ecology
An outdoor overview of the study of ecosystems. How the structure of ecosystems develops (e.g., biodiversity) and how ecosystems function (e.g., process nutrients or pollutants). The impact of global changes, such as climate change and eutrophication, on ecosystem structure and function. Field-based group and independent projects focused on New England ecosystems.
Prerequisite: E&EB 220 or permission of instructor |
Smith |
EEB 335b
T 2.30-4.30 |
EEB 535b |
Probabilistic modeling in ecology
This course is designed for students to develop an understanding of the ways probabilistic, mathematical, and computational modeling can be used to explore questions about ecology, evolution, and the epidemiology of infectious diseases. |
Townsend |
EEB 390aG
T Th 9.00-10.15 |
EEB 690a |
Evolution of Development: An introduction to the ways that developmental mechanisms change through time to give rise to organismal diversity. Topics include how mutations influence the processes of gene regulation, tissue growth, and cell and organ differentiation.
Permission of instructor required |
Monteiro |
EEB 460b
T Th 4.00-5.15
Sc (0) |
EEB 960b |
Studies in Evolutionary Medicine I. Principles of evolutionary biology applied to issues in medical research and practice. Lactose and alcohol tolerance; the "hygiene hypothesis"; genetic variation in drug response and pathogen resistance; spontaneous abortions, immune genes, and mate choice; the evolution of aging; the ecology and evolution of disease; the emergence of new diseases. Students develop proposals for research to be conducted during the summer.
Admission by competitive application; forms are available on the EEB Web site.
Permission of instructor required |
Stearns, Fish, Galvani, Turner |
EEB 461a |
EEB961a |
StudiesEvolutionaryMedicine II:
Continuation of E&EB 460b.
Prerequisite: E&EB 460b or with permission of instructor |
Turner |
EEB 470 a & b
HTBA |
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Tutorial. Individual or small-group study for qualified students who wish to investigate an area of ecology or evolutionary biology not presently covered by regular courses. A student must be sponsored by a faculty member who sets requirements and meets weekly with the student. One or more written examinations and/or a term paper are required. To register, the student must submit a written plan of study approved by the faculty instructor to the director of undergraduate studies. Students are encouraged to apply during the term preceding the tutorial. The proposal must be submitted by Wednesday, September 9, for the fall term and Wednesday, January 20, for the spring term. The final paper is due in the hands of the director of undergraduate studies by Friday, December 11, for the fall term and Monday, April 26, for the spring term. In special cases, with approval of the director of undergraduate studies, this course may be elected for more than one term, but only one term will count as an elective for the major. Normally, faculty sponsors must be members of the EEB department.
One term of this course fulfills the senior requirement for the B.A. degree if taken in the senior year.
Permission of instructor required |
Wells |
EEB 475a & b
1 HTBA |
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Research. One term of original research in an area relevant to ecology or evolutionary biology. This may involve, for example, laboratory work, fieldwork, or mathematical or computer modeling. Students may also work in areas related to environmental biology such as policy, economics, or ethics. The research project may not be a review of relevant literature but must be original. In all cases students must have a faculty sponsor who oversees the research and is responsible for the rigor of the project. Students are expected to spend ten hours per week on their research projects. Using the form available from the office of undergraduate studies or from the Classes server, students must submit a research proposal that has been approved by the faculty sponsor to the director of undergraduate studies, preferably during the term preceding the research. Proposals are due Wednesday, September 9, for the fall term and Wednesday, January 20, for the spring term. The final research paper is due in the hands of the director of undergraduate studies by Friday, December 11, for the fall term and Monday, April 26, for the spring term.
Fulfills the senior requirement for the B.A. degree if taken in the senior year.
Permission of instructor required |
Wells |
EEB 495a & 496 b
1 HTBA |
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Intensive Senior Research. Two terms of intensive original research during the senior year done under the sponsorship of a faculty member. Similar to other research courses except that a more substantial portion of the student’s time should be spent on the research project (an average of twenty hours per week). A research proposal approved by the sponsoring faculty member using the form available from the office of undergraduate studies or from the Classes server must be submitted to the director of undergraduate Permission of instructor required |
Wells |
EEB 500 a & b
M 2.30-4.30 |
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Advanced Topics
Topics to be announced. |
DGS |
EEB 519a
T 2.30-4.30 |
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Seminar on the population genetic maintenance of phenotypic variation
A central question in population genetics over the years is to explain how genetic variation is maintained in populations in response to the homogenizing effects of natural selection and genetic drift. We will read and discuss numerous classic theoretical population genetic papers that address the effects of mutation, natural selection, and population size on the maintenance of phenotypic variation. Students are not expected to have a background in this material, but will be expected to complete readings, lead discussions, and participate actively in discussions. |
Townsend |
| EEB 545b M 2:30-4.30 |
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Responsible Conduct of Research -
Ethics course for Advanced Topics. |
DGS |
EEB 595 a & b
3 HTBA |
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IntnsveRsrch forBS/MS Candidat |
Post/DGS |
EEB 605aG
T 5.00-6.45p |
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Genome Evolution Graduate seminar
We will explore basic processes that affect genome content, size and features, and how these processes operate and differ in eukaryotic and prokaryotic genomes |
Moran |
E&EB 930a
F 2:30-4
ESC 110 |
G &G 703a |
Seminar in Systematics. |
Gauthier |
| E&EB 900 a/b |
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First Year Introduction to Research and Rotations. |
Turner |
| E&EB 950 a/b |
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Second Year Research by arrangement with faculty. |
Turner |
