Meeting Abstract P1.86 Wednesday, Jan. 4 Vitellogenin induction by PCBs in the turtle Trachemys scripta SMELKER, KS*; VALVERDE, RA; Southeastern Louisiana University; Southeastern Louisiana University kimberly.smelker@selu.edu Vitellogenin (Vtg) detection is used as an indicator of the presence of endocrine disrupting chemicals, specifically estrogen-mimicking compounds, which are known to cause physiological and behavioral changes in otherwise healthy animals. […]
sessions: Posters Session 1
Visualization of hemolymph flow in the heart of a cockroach
Meeting Abstract P1.225 Wednesday, Jan. 4 Visualization of hemolymph flow in the heart of a cockroach GIARRA, Matthew N. *; VLACHOS, Pavlos P. ; SOCHA, John J. ; Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University mgiarra@vt.edu Insects pump hemolymph (blood) through their bodies using an open […]
Visual Cues for Burrow Surveillance in Fiddler Crabs
Meeting Abstract P1.48 Wednesday, Jan. 4 Visual Cues for Burrow Surveillance in Fiddler Crabs KIM, D.*; YU, S.-E.; Yonsei University, Seoul daeeun@yonsei.ac.kr Fiddler crabs show a surveillance behavior against a potential intruder to protect their burrow. In the vicinity of the intruder, they rush back to the burrow to keep its possesion. Recent work by biologists shows […]
Vertebral number is correlated with ecology in snakes (Squamata Serpentes)
Meeting Abstract P1.120 Wednesday, Jan. 4 Vertebral number is correlated with ecology in snakes (Squamata: Serpentes) MCCARTNEY, J.A.; Stony Brook University jmccartney@ic.sunysb.edu Lack of functional limbs in snakes has led to an increased importance for the trunk in locomotory and feeding behaviors. Because of this, the vertebral column is a likely source of variation related to ecology. […]
Vascular patterns in iguanas blood vessels and cephalic sites of thermal exchange
Meeting Abstract P1.216 Wednesday, Jan. 4 Vascular patterns in iguanas: blood vessels and cephalic sites of thermal exchange PORTER, W. R.*; WITMER, L. M.; Ohio University; Ohio University wp298308@ohio.edu Reptilian physiological research has shed light on the behavioral and physiological components of thermoregulation, yet no modern anatomical investigation has mapped vascular anatomy onto areas of potential thermal […]
Variation in critical thermal limits of ant species along an elevational gradient
Meeting Abstract P1.206 Wednesday, Jan. 4 Variation in critical thermal limits of ant species along an elevational gradient CHICK, L.D.*; FOWLER, D.A.; SANDERS, N.J.; Univ. of Tennessee, Knoxville ldanikas@utk.edu Understanding the factors that limit the distribution of species and patterns of biodiversity is at the core of ecological and biogeographical research. The complex relationship between environmental conditions […]
Using the Spinophilin Protein as a Method of Assessing Regional Neuronal Plasticity in the Brain of the Male Red-Sided Garter Snake
Meeting Abstract P1.171 Wednesday, Jan. 4 Using the Spinophilin Protein as a Method of Assessing Regional Neuronal Plasticity in the Brain of the Male Red-Sided Garter Snake PROKOP, J.A.*; MONZON, R.I.; KROHMER, R.W.; St. Xavier University, Chicago; St. Xavier University, Chicago; St. Xavier University, Chicago j.prokop@mymail.sxu.edu In many seasonally breeding species, alteration of dendritic spine density and/or […]
Using sexually dimorphic gene expression in scutes as a marker of sex in the American alligator
Meeting Abstract P1.91 Wednesday, Jan. 4 Using sexually dimorphic gene expression in scutes as a marker of sex in the American alligator UNDERWOOD, E.B.*; KOHNO, S.; RAINWATER, T.R.; BOGGS, A.S.P; DOHENY, B.; MCCOY, J.; GUILLETTE, L.J.; College of Charleston, Charleston; Hollings Marine Laboratory, Charleston; MUSC, Charleston; Hollings Marine Laboratory, Charleston; Hollings Marine Laboratory, Charleston; MUSC, Charleston; MUSC, […]
Using Research Focused Learning Modules for Outreach to High School Science Classrooms
Meeting Abstract P1.77 Wednesday, Jan. 4 Using Research Focused Learning Modules for Outreach to High School Science Classrooms SARFATI, A.L.*; SHAFFER, J.F.; KIER, W.M.; COBLE, J.S.; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill sarfati@email.unc.edu Non-scientists often […]
Using Crayfish to Control Zebra Mussel Populations
Meeting Abstract P1.68 Wednesday, Jan. 4 Using Crayfish to Control Zebra Mussel Populations GOOTE, P.C.*; BERGMAN, D.A.; Grand Valley State University gootep@mail.gvsu.edu The expansion of zebra mussel distribution into inland waterways of North America has created significant abiotic and biotic challenges. Zebra mussels foul a wide array of submerged substrates including rock surfaces, plants, native bivalves, dock […]
