EEOB 3194: Genomics and Bioinformatics

SPRING 2025
Instructor: Dr. James Pease
Tues / Thurs at 11:10am-12:30pm
A conceptual introduction to concepts and methods in genomics and bioinformatics including

- Genome sequencing/analysis
- Biological databases
- Gene sequence and analysis
- Connecting genes and traits
- Protein modeling
- Evolutionary genomics
- Molecular ecology
- Conservation genomics
- Genetic ethics
No computer programming will be required.
Welcoming students from all biology fields, statistics, or informatics.
A working knowledge of genetics and basic statistics is recommended. Advanced knowledge not assumed.
EEOB 5480 Advanced Plant Ecology

Spring 2025
Instructor: Dr. Steve Hovick
Tues/Thurs at 11:10 am-12:30 pm
Jennings Hall 124

Topics will include ecophysiology, population biology, community ecology, and biogeography – all from a plant-centric perspective!
EEOB 4560: Comparative Endocrinology

SPRING 2025
Instructor: Dr. Jennifer Hellmann
Monday/Wednesday, 12:45-1:40 in Cunz Hall
Exploring how hormones regulate essential physiological and behavioral processes including:

- Growth
- Metabolism
- Metamorphosis
- Reproduction
- Osmoregulation
- Stress responses

We will evaluate and discuss:
- Structure and function of invertebrate and vertebrate endocrine systems.
- How endocrine systems mediate adaptive responses to rapidly changing environments.
- The effects endocrine disrupting chemicals in our environment.
EEOB 5410: Ocean Ecology

SPRING 2025
Instructor: Dr. Anthony D’Orazio
Tues/Thurs at 8:00-9:20am 1st 7 weeks
Investigate the patterns, biodiversity, and mechanisms of ocean habitats and ecosystems.

- What major processes drive ocean movements?
- What are the major ocean ecosystems?
- How has life adapted to these environments?
Explore these questions and many more this spring!

EEOB 2270: Parasites and Evolution

SPRING 2025
Lecturer: Dr. John Freudenstein
Wed/Fri at 11:30am-12:25pm
Have YOU ever wondered:
- Why is it a bad idea to eat sushi based on freshwater fish?
- Is parasitism really an evolutionary dead-end?
- Are zombies real?
- Is there a relation between pinworms and asthma?
- Does a tapeworm have an anus?

In this course we will explore:
- The marvels of parasites.
- Adaptations and complex life
- Parasite's role in evolutionary biology.
- Analyze the influence parasites have on human society
WARNING: This course may not be suitable for those with sensitive stomachs: many images may be disturbing.
EEOB 4410: Conservation Biology
SPRING 2025
Instructor: Dr. Anthony D’Orazio
Monday/Wednesday/Friday at 3:00-3:55
EEOB 4210: Ecology and Evolution-- Vertebrates
SPRING 2025
Instructor: Dr. Anthony D’Orazio
Tuesday/Thursdays at 8:00-9:20am
EEOB 6330: Phylogenetic Methods
SPRING 2025
Instructor: Dr. John Freudenstein
EEOB 2511: Human Anatomy

SPRING 2025
Instructor: Dr. Erin Lindstedt
Lecture: Mon/Wed 3:00-4:20
Lab: Tues or Thurs
EEOB 2220 : Ohio Birds

SPRING 2025
Lectures: Tuesday 12:45PM - 2:05
Lab / Field sessions: Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday 8:00AM - 10:55AM
Find out how birds have evolved, fly, forage, avoid predators, navigate and migrate, reproduce and raise their young, and communicate with each other.
In the lab you will use museum specimens to investigates characteristics unique to birds. In the field, you will learn to identify common Ohio birds by sight and sound.