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Symbiosis can be defined as the living together of differently named organisms. This program will look at the biology of symbiotic associations through lectures, readings, laboratory, field work, and seminar topics taken from primary literature. Although particular attention will be paid to mutualistic symbioses, parasitic associations will also be covered. Defining aspects of plant-animal, fungi-plant, animal-animal, bacteria-plant, bacteria-animal, and protozoa-animal symbioses will be examined at the organismal, physiological, cellular, biochemical, molecular, and ecological levels. Characteristics that define integration between host and symbiont of specific associations will be investigated through fieldwork and experimental laboratory sessions. Students will complete a take-home examination, keep a lab notebook, and develop and carry out a research project that culminates in a poster and oral presentation.

Quarters

Fall Open

Location and Schedule

Campus Location

Olympia

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