BIOL 305

This course introduces the fundamental theory for all of biology. Students will learn about the history of evolutionary thought and our modern understanding of evolutionary concepts and processes. The course focusses on natural selection, adaptation, and the major transitions in the history of life (e.g., why are cells often grouped into organisms)? Students will get practice in evaluating the scientific literature and presenting their favourite topics to the class. Credit will be granted for only one of BIOL 305, 302 or BIOL 381(2024-2025, 2025-2026).