BSCI407

Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C- in BSCI222. Behavior represents an organism's most dynamic phenotype and allows an animal to respond immediately to both internal and external cues. We will explore the genetic and epigenetic mechanisms that underlie behavioral variation and the associated neurological, hormonal, and developmental pathways. We will examine modern approaches used to study behavioral genetics in model and non-model systems, and in humans. Using case studies, we will explore a range of complex phenotypes including those related to mating, parental care, aggression, circadian rhythm, locomotion, learning, anxiety, and addiction. Please add the following course note: (Sponsoring Dept.: BIOL). Acceptable toward Biological Sciences specialization areas: CEBG (Genetics), ECEV, GENB (Genetics & Evolution), and PHNB.