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ES 244: Phylogenetics: Speciation and Macroevolution


Units: 4

Provides the theory behind reconstruction of evolutionary relationships and introduces the comparative methods and tools of phylogenetics. Topics include use of morphological, molecular, and fossil data in distance, parsimony, likelihood, and Bayesian frameworks for investigating geographic patterns and rates of speciation, phenotypic evolution, diversification, extinction, and biogeography.

Course Details
Repeatable for Credit: No
Crosslisted with: QSB 244
Discussion included
Normal Letter Grade only
Requisites and Restrictions
Instructor Permission Required: No


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