Dr. Graham Thompson
Behavioural Genetics and Sociobiology

Teaching

Biology 3598B
Behavioural Genetics
The role of genes and genetic variation in the evolution and expression of animal behaviour. Major themes include the population genetics and quantitative genetics of behaviour, the molecular biology of gene discovery, and the evolution of behavioural traits, including social traits, as studied through vertebrate and invertebrate model systems. 2 lecture hours, 2 tutorial hours, 0.5 course
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Biology 4436G – Behavioral Ecology
A study of the relationships between animal behavior, ecology and evolution. Topics include: behavioral genetics and learning; mating systems, reproductive strategies and parental investment; foraging behavior, predation and competition; social groups and communication.
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Biology 4999E - Honors Research Thesis
A major laboratory or field project in Biology that emphasizes experimental design, instrumentation, collection and analysis of data and communication of experimental results by oral and written presentations.
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