Evolution, Ecology, & Population Biology

The graduate program in Evolution, Ecology, & Research Environment Population Biology studies the origins and main- Research in the program is extremely diverse. tenance of biodiversity on both evolutionary and Study organisms include model systems such ecological timescales. The program combines as yeast, Drusophila, Arabidosis, and field studeis with the technical advances of mo- Dictyostelium, human populations, agricul- lecular genetics, statistics, large-scale genomics, tural species, and various natural plant and animal popualations. quantitative genetics, and mathematical theory to gain an understanding of evolutionary history and research areas include: environmental biology. • levels and maintenance of genetic variation in natural plant and animal populations Students’ research opportunities are enriched • variation at medically relevant genes and candidate loci by the University’s partnerships with local insti- • molecular evolution of genes tutions. Our Tyson Research Center allows field • mechanisms of speciation and adaptation studies in local natural ecosystems. The Missouri • factors that contribute to biodiversity across space and time Botanical Garden conducts systematic study of • interaction of species and how such interac- plant diversity worldwide. The Saint Louis Zoo tions affect biodiversity facilitates studies of the conservation biology of • restoration and conservation of species • biology of invasive species exotic large animals. Our faculty and studnts also • role of species in the functioning of entire conduct studies on a global scale at field sites in ecosystems Africa, Asia, and South America. • phylogenic relationships among populations, species and higher taxa Evolution, Ecology, & Population Biology

Required Courses • Population Biology Seminar • Ethics & Research Science • Graduate Research Fundamentals

select at least ONE (1) GROUP 1 GROUP 2 GROUP 3 AND from each group: • Population Ecology • Macroevolution • Genomics • Community Ecology • Population Genetics • Advanced Genetics • Disease Ecology • Molecular Evolution • Behavioral Ecology Advanced Electives • Statistics • R-Workshop • Floristic Taxonomy • Other courses as approved by the Program Director • Quantitative Genetics

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[email protected] facebook.com/wustldbbs @WUSTLdbbs Program Benefits & Support • Full tuition funding and benefits*, including: generous stipend | travel funds for scientific meetings | health, life, and disability insurance coverage • Opportunities to obtain nationally competitive fellowships, awards, and grants • Free Metro U-Pass to travel in and around the St. Louis area • Access to all university educational, entertainment, and recreational resources

*guaranteed, provided that satisfactory progress towards completion of degree requirements is met

DBBS celebrates diversity in all of its forms. We invite all students to apply, especially those from backgrounds historically underrepresented in the sciences, such as African, Latin, and Native Americans, those with disabilities, and invidiuals from low-income backgrounds. To learn more about DBBS’ diversity initiatives, visit: https://tinyurl.com/dbbsdiversity