The ecology and evolution of disease in human,
plant, and animal systems. Topics will include
causes of disease emergence, host-pathogen
interactions and co-evolution, interactions
between disease and community diversity, and
anthropogenic effects on disease, among others. We
will use case studies, mathematical theory, and
examples from the primary literature to understand
the causes and consequences of host-pathogen
interactions for populations, communities, and
ecosystems. Intended for biology, biochemistry and
molecular biology, and environmental studies
majors.
plant, and animal systems. Topics will include
causes of disease emergence, host-pathogen
interactions and co-evolution, interactions
between disease and community diversity, and
anthropogenic effects on disease, among others. We
will use case studies, mathematical theory, and
examples from the primary literature to understand
the causes and consequences of host-pathogen
interactions for populations, communities, and
ecosystems. Intended for biology, biochemistry and
molecular biology, and environmental studies
majors.
- Teacher: Margaret Metz