ANT 1130 HUMAN EVOLUTION AND ADAPTATION

This course provides a basic introduction to neo-Darwinian theory and natural selection, Mendelian and population genetics, mechanisms of human biological and cultural adaptation, and interpretation of the primate and hominid fossil record (drawing on both paleontology and molecular genetics). Special attention is paid to the interaction of social mechanisms with biological and environmental influences in human evolution. Readings include an introduction to medical biotechnology and the Human Genome Diversity Project.

Credits

4 sh

Course Types

Anthropology Elective; Society

Previous Course Number

ANT 113

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