The majority of variation segregating in natural populations is quantitative, and its expression depends on genetic background, environment, and interactions with these two factors. Traditionally, the ...

Incomplete data results in reduced genetic diversity and contributes to population decline. Commonly known as the “corpse ...

Camouflage is a common defensive strategy among animals. By modifying their coloration and patterning, animals evade predators or ambush prey. Notably, more than 40% of alpine plant species in the ...

Once students have finished their introductory courses, they’re eligible to take advanced botany courses, including paleobotany, forest ecology and genetics, among others. Understand common ...

Plants store carbon in two primary forms: starch and triacylglycerols (TAGs). Starch is mainly stored in chloroplasts in ...

Sunflower genetic, genomic and ecological resources ... Ultra-barcoding in cacao using whole chloroplast genomes and nuclear ribosomal DNA. American Journal of Botany 99:320-329. Blackman BK, ...

Plant science holds a special place at Connecticut College. Here, botany is its own department, distinct from biology. Major in botany and you have unparalleled study and research opportunities.

The Department offers a wide range of graduate degrees. Thesis and dissertation based Master of Science (MS) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees are offered in Biology and Botany. Botany also ...