Microbial Evolution. ((3 Credits))

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Prerequisite(s): MICR 3450 and University Advanced Standing Focuses on the concept of evolution as a fundamental principle of biology with an emphasis on microbial evolution. Teaches how natural selection shapes the evolution of genes, gene systems, macromolecules, and organisms. Explores the roles of mutation, natural selection, population size and subdivision, and genetic recombination. Examines the mechanisms of evolution in archaea, eukaryotes, prokaryotes, and viruses.