HUMAN ORIGINS & EVOLUTION
This is an introductory course in human evolution. Building on a foundation of evolutionary theory, students explore primate behavioral morphology and then trace the last 65 million years of primate evolution from the earliest Paleocene forms to the fossil remains of earliest humans and human relatives. Along with Behavioral Biology of the Living Primates this serves as a core required class for the EBHS program.
- MW 11:40 a.m.-12:55 p.m.
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Instructor:
Jill S Shapiro
CULPA: 46
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- 3 points
HUMAN ORIGINS & EVOLUTION-DISC
- R 5:10 p.m.-6 p.m.
- R 6:10 p.m.-7 p.m.
- F 12:10 p.m.-1 p.m.
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Instructor:
Jill S Shapiro
CULPA: 46
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- 0 points
ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY I
Introductory biology course for majors in biology or environmental biology, emphasizing the ecological and evolutionary context of modern biology.
- MW 1:10 p.m.-2:25 p.m.
- 3 points
INTRO-STAT-ECOLOGY & EVOL BIOL
Intended for those WITHOUT prior knowledge of statistics. Some background in ecology, evolutionary biology required. This is an introduction to the theoretical principles and practical application of statistical methods in ecology and evolutionary biology. The course will cover the conceptual basis for a range of statistical techniques through a series of lectures using examples from the primary literature. The application of these techniques will be taught through the use of statistical software in computer-based laboratory sessions.
- M 6:10 p.m.-8 p.m.
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Instructor:
Steffen Foerster
Info - 3 points
INTRO-STAT-ECOLGY/EVOL BIO-LAB
Required Lab for EEEB UN3005. An introduction to the theoretical principles and practical application of statistical methods in ecology and evolutionary biology. The course will cover the conceptual basis for a range of statistical techniques through a series of lectures using examples from the primary literature. The application of these techniques will be taught through the use of statistical software in computer-based laboratory sessions.
- T 6:10 p.m.-7:25 p.m.
- W 6:10 p.m.-7:25 p.m.
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Instructor:
Steffen Foerster
Info - 0 points
Explaining Biodiversity: Niches, Complex
This course presents a survey of the foundational theories of biodiversity and an introduction to the mathematics of these theories. Though we partially understand the diversity of species on earth, we are unable to explain why there are so many species. There are numerous theories that try to explain the enigma of biodiversity. These theories have touched on exciting fields of mathematics: complex systems, chaos, and neutral theory. Students from applied math and ecology/biology backgrounds are especially encouraged in this course, the latter even if they do not have extensive mathematical background. For those familiar with mathematics, this class will teach how to leverage mathematics in interesting models that have both popular and scientific appeal. For those with more biological expertise, this class emphasizes building mathematical skills especially in the context of ecology. This class discusses the theories behind complex systems, chaos, and neutral theory, but focuses on reading the papers and monographs in which these theories are used. The papers selected for this class show how complex mathematical topics were explained elegantly and engagingly enough to enter the popular imagination and scientific debate.
- W 10:10 a.m.-noon
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Instructor:
Eva E Arroyo
Info - 3 points
THESIS RESEARCH SEMINAR
Guided, independent, indepth research experience culminating in the senior essay. Weekly meetings are held to review work in progress, to share results through oral and written reports, and to consider career options for further work in this field.
- R 4:10 p.m.-6 p.m.
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Instructor:
Matthew I Palmer
CULPA: 5
h-index: 14
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- 3 points
EBHS SENIOR THESIS SEMINAR
Prerequisites: the instructor's permission and senior standing as a major or concentrator in The Evolutionary Biology of the Human Species (EBHS). Year-long seminar in which senior EBHS majors develop a research project and write a senior thesis. Regular meetings are held to discuss research and writing strategies,review work in progress, and share results through oral and written reports.
- M 4:10 p.m.-6 p.m.
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Instructor:
Jill S Shapiro
CULPA: 46
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- 3 points
INDEPENDENT STUDY
Students conduct research in environmental biology under supervision of a faculty mentor. The topic and scope of the research project must be approved before the student registers for the course.
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Instructor:
Jill S Shapiro
CULPA: 46
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- 1-3 points
Conservation Policy
Prerequisites: Students should have completed at least one course in ecology, evolution or conservation biology. The purpose of this course is to arm emerging scientists with an understanding of conservation policy at the city, state, federal and international levels. Our focus will be on understanding the science that informs conservation policy, evaluating the efficacy of conservation policies for achieving conservation goals, and learning about the role that scientists play in forming policy.
- T 10:10 a.m.-noon
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Instructor:
Viorel Popescu
Info - 3 points
Tropical Biology
Study ecology, evolution, and conservation biology in one of the world’s most biologically spectacular settings, the wildlife-rich savannas of Kenya. Although we will meet have a few meetings during the fall semester, the majority of the coursework will be completed during a 16 day field trip to Kenya during winter break. Students will spend their time immersed in an intensive field experience gaining sophisticated training in fieldwork and biological research. Note that there is a lab fee to cover all in-country expenses, and students are also responsible for the cost of airfare to and from Kenya.
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Instructor:
Dustin Rubenstein
h-index: 36 Info - 4 points
DISEASE ECOLOGY
Prerequisites: the instructors permission. Introduction to the ecology and epidemiology of infectious diseases of humans and wildlife.
- MW 10:10 a.m.-11:25 a.m.
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Instructor:
Maria Diuk-Wasser
h-index: 36 Info - 3 points
Zoo Conservation
ZOO CONSERVATION
This course examines the role and function of the modern zoo in the context of the modern conservation movement. Students will learn about the evolution of the zoological park from an entertainment venue to a reservoir of rare or otherwise endangered species of animals, and as a catalyst for conservation of these species.
- R 6:10 p.m.-8 p.m.
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Instructor:
Scott Silver
Info - 3 points
THEORETICAL ECOLOGY
Prerequisites: Calculus, Introductory Biology. This course will provide an introduction to theoretical ecology. Topics will include population, community, ecosystem, disease, and evolutionary ecology. Lectures will cover classic and current concepts and mathematical approaches. The numerical analysis laboratory will cover computational tools for numerical and graphical analysis of the models we cover in lecture, using MATLAB. By the end of the course, students will be well versed in the basics of theretical ecology and will be able to read theoretical ecology literature, analyze and simulate mathematical models, and construct and analyyze their own simple models.
- MW 8:40 a.m.-9:55 a.m.
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Instructor:
Duncan Menge
CULPA: 1 h-index: 26 Info - 3 points
INTRO-STAT-ECOLOGY & EVOL BIOL
Prerequisites: Some background in ecology, evolutionary biology. Intended for those WITHOUT prior knowledge of statistics. This is an introduction to the theoretical principles and practical application of statistical methods in ecology and evolutionary biology. The course will cover the conceptual basis for a range of statistical techniques through a series of lectures using examples from the primary literature. The application of these techniques will be taught through the use of statistical software in computer-based laboratory sessions.
- M 6:10 p.m.-8 p.m.
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Instructor:
Steffen Foerster
Info - 3 points
INTRO-STAT-ECOLGY/EVOL BIO-LAB
Prerequisites: some background in ecology, evolutionary biology, and/or statistics is recommended. An introduction to the theoretical principles and practical application of statistical methods in ecology and evolutionary biology. The course will cover the conceptual basis for a range of statistical techniques through a series of lectures using examples from the primary literature. The application of these techniques will be taught through the use of statistical software in computer-based laboratory sessions.
- T 6:10 p.m.-7:25 p.m.
- W 6:10 p.m.-7:25 p.m.
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Instructor:
Steffen Foerster
Info - 0 points
THESIS DEVELOPMENT SEMINAR
Incoming M.A. students aiming for the thesis-based program are guided through the process of defining a research question, finding an advisor, and preparing a research proposal. By the end of the semester the students will have a written research proposal to submit to potential advisors for revision. Subject to a positive review of the research proposal, students are allowed to continue with the thesis-based program and will start working with their advisor. The course will also provide an opportunity to develop basic skills that will facilitate the reminder of the student's stay at E3B and will help in their future careers.
- R 12:10 p.m.-2 p.m.
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Instructor:
Bekka Brodie
Info - 3 points
FUNDAMENTALS OF ECOLOGY
Prerequisites: Required course for first year Ph.D. students and second year M.A. students on academic track. Covers foundational topics and developments in many branches of ecology, including population, community, and ecosystems ecology.
- MW 11:40 a.m.-12:55 p.m.
- 3 points
Advances in Ecology, Evolution, and Envi
Advances in E3B
This one-credit seminar is designed for PhD students from any department in any school at Columbia University. We will read contemporary literature and examine case studies on designing, conducting, and communicating research projects that contribute to solutions to climate change and related problems of the Anthropocene. PhD students will have the opportunity to share their research and reflect on how it might contribute to solutions.
- T 1:10 p.m.-3 p.m.
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Instructor:
Maria Uriarte
Wikipedia h-index: 56 Info - 1-3 points
RESEARCH SEMINAR
Prerequisites: degree in biological sciences. Lectures by visiting scientists, faculty, and students; specific biological research projects; with emphasis on evolution, ecology, and conservation biology.
- R 2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
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Instructor:
Duncan Menge
CULPA: 1 h-index: 26 Info - 1 points
RES METHODS IN ANIMAL BEHAVIOR
- W 3:10 p.m.-5 p.m.
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Instructor:
Marina Cords
CULPA: 19 Info - 3 points
THESIS DEVELOPMENT
Prerequisites: the instructor's permission. This course will help guide E3B Ph.D. students towards candidacy by teaching them the skills necessary to be effective and independent scientists. Students will conduct an extensive literature review, write a preliminary dissertation proposal, and present their research ideas to the group on multiple occasions. Students will learn how to give and receive constructive written and oral feedback on their work.
- M 2:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
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Instructor:
Maria Uriarte
Wikipedia h-index: 56 Info - 6 points
DIRECTED RESEARCH
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Bekka Brodie
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Andres Bendesky
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Instructor:
Viorel Popescu
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Alex McAlvay
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Instructor:
Maria Uriarte
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Instructor:
Dustin Rubenstein
h-index: 36 Info -
Instructor:
Matthew I Palmer
CULPA: 5
h-index: 14
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Instructor:
Marina Cords
CULPA: 19 Info -
Instructor:
Maria Diuk-Wasser
h-index: 36 Info - 1-9 points
DIRECTED RESEARCH
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Viorel Popescu
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Instructor:
Alex McAlvay
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Bekka Brodie
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Instructor:
Marina Cords
CULPA: 19 Info - 1-9 points
DIRECTED READINGS
Supervised directed readings and literature review in areas relevant to a students research program.
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Instructor:
Bekka Brodie
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Instructor:
Viorel Popescu
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Instructor:
Duncan Menge
CULPA: 1 h-index: 26 Info -
Instructor:
Alex McAlvay
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Andres Bendesky
h-index: 14 Info -
Instructor:
Marina Cords
CULPA: 19 Info -
Instructor:
Dustin Rubenstein
h-index: 36 Info -
Instructor:
Deren Eaton
h-index: 15 Info - 1-6 points
DIRECTED READINGS
Supervised directed readings and literature review in areas relevant to a students research program.
- 1-6 points
DIRECTED READINGS
Supervised directed readings and literature review in areas relevant to a students research program.
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Instructor:
Ruth Defries
CULPA: 9 h-index: 114 Info -
Instructor:
Malcolm Rosenthal
Info - 1-6 points