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PBC 451-0

Critical Topics in Ecology and Conservation

1 Unit · Graduate

This course provides students with the conceptual and theoretical framework within the field of plant biology (especially ecology) and conservation. This is a seminar style class based on reading and discussion of works ranging from historical literature to recent studies including topics such as conservation policy, economics of conservation, climate change, invasive species, habitat fragmentation, and applied conservation case studies. Taught with BIOL_SCI 339-0 .

2026 Fall

Readings

  • Primary literature and review articles, as well as popular media as assigned (provided on Canvas). No required textbook
    Class Materials (Required)
  • Sodhi and Ehrlich. 2010. Conservation Biology for All. Textbook (free pdf)
    Class Materials (Suggested)
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