Kathryn Kavanagh, PhD

Structure and phylogeny of vertebrates. Laboratory work illustrates evolutionary trends and specializations.

Structure and phylogeny of vertebrates. Laboratory work illustrates evolutionary trends and specializations.

A focus on the coral reef ecosystem from many biological perspectives -- anatomical, physiological, ecological, evolutionary and more. Coral reefs are threatened by many anthropogenic impacts, which are currently compounding to make this a critical decade for coral reef conservation efforts. The class will have lectures, readings of current research, discussions, and other assignments.

An overview of contemporary evolutionary biology with an emphasis on evolutionary processes. A non-introductory study of the interplay in time and space of genetic variety, ecological opportunity, and chance resulting in the evolutionary change in groups of organisms.

An advanced research project in an advanced student's field of general interest conducted under the supervision of an appropriate staff member, in the form of independent research leading to the solution of a problem. (Hours will be arranged)

Structure and phylogeny of vertebrates. Laboratory work illustrates evolutionary trends and specializations.

Structure and phylogeny of vertebrates. Laboratory work illustrates evolutionary trends and specializations.

A focus on the coral reef ecosystem from many biological perspectives -- anatomical, physiological, ecological, evolutionary and more. Coral reefs are threatened by many anthropogenic impacts, which are currently compounding to make this a critical decade for coral reef conservation efforts. The class will have lectures, readings of current research, discussions, and other assignments.

An overview of contemporary evolutionary biology with an emphasis on evolutionary processes. A non-introductory study of the interplay in time and space of genetic variety, ecological opportunity, and chance resulting in the evolutionary change in groups of organisms.

Investigations of a fundamental and/or applied nature culminating in an original contribution to the scholarly research literature of Integrative Biology. Doctoral research contributes to the student's dissertation and should be presented at major conferences and ultimately published in refereed journals. A written dissertation must be completed and defended in accordance with the rules of the Graduate School and the Integrative Biology PhD Program.