JCSET | Projects in Biomathematics
Understanding Natural Selection on Microevolutionary Changes using the Breeder’s Equation
Academic Level at Time of Presentation
Junior
Major
WIldlife and Conservation Biology
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Dr. Maeve McCarthy, PhD
Presentation Format
Oral Presentation
Abstract/Description
Many of the traits biologists are interested in studying are not determined by genetics alone. Instead, a combination of genetics and environment account for the variation of these traits of interest. Evolutionary biologists are especially interested in changes in the variation of these traits between generations. One tool used to answer these questions is the Breeder’s equation, which can be used to predict the evolutionary response to selection on a trait. The Breeder’s equation can be used on simple traits, as well as multivariate traits that influence each other. The equation is crucial in understanding natural selection and its effect on microevolutionary changes
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Understanding Natural Selection on Microevolutionary Changes using the Breeder’s Equation
Many of the traits biologists are interested in studying are not determined by genetics alone. Instead, a combination of genetics and environment account for the variation of these traits of interest. Evolutionary biologists are especially interested in changes in the variation of these traits between generations. One tool used to answer these questions is the Breeder’s equation, which can be used to predict the evolutionary response to selection on a trait. The Breeder’s equation can be used on simple traits, as well as multivariate traits that influence each other. The equation is crucial in understanding natural selection and its effect on microevolutionary changes