Meeting Abstract P1-111  Sunday, Jan. 4 15:30  Examining the effects of testosterone on wound healing in a terrestrial amphibian (Desmognathus ochrophaeus) THOMAS, J.R.*; WOODLEY, S.K.; Duquesne University; Duquesne University thomasj6@duq.edu Across taxa, immunity is a complex process that both affects and can be affected by the endocrine system. For example, glucocorticoids have a number of immune-effects such […]

Meeting Abstract P1-75  Sunday, Jan. 4 15:30  Evolution of the Cochlear Nuclei Circuitry in the Alligator STREETS, A.M.*; BIERMAN, H.S.; SOARES, D.; CARR, C.E.; Univ. of Maryland, College Park; Univ. of Maryland, College Park; New Jersey Inst. of Technology; Univ. of Maryland, College Park astreets@umd.edu Animals evolved nervous systems that can detect specific physical features of their […]

Meeting Abstract P1-19  Sunday, Jan. 4 15:30  Evolution of diadromy in Anguilliformes THOMAS, A.T.*; REECE, J.S.; Valdosta State University; Valdosta State University ashithomas@valdosta.edu Anguilliform fishes, also known as “True eels” are diadromous. While most stay in marine water throughout their whole migration loop, some transition from saltwater to freshwater (anadromy) and some migrate from freshwater to saltwater […]

Meeting Abstract P1-25  Sunday, Jan. 4 15:30  Epigenomic Signatures in Basal Metazoans: Histones and modifying enzymes DABE, E.C.*; KOHN, A.B.; WILLIAMS, P.L.; MOROZ, L.L.; University of Florida; University of Florida; University of Florida; University of Florida emily.dabe@gmail.com The presence or absence of histone modifying enzymes in a species can allow for different 3D genomic organizations. This might […]

Meeting Abstract P1-165  Sunday, Jan. 4 15:30  Energy expended during horizontal jumping: investigating the effects of surface compliance HALSEY, LG*; COWARD, SRL; University of Roehampton l.halsey@roehampton.ac.uk http://www.roehampton.ac.uk/research/parkour/ Locomotion energy costs can be affected by the substrate underfoot and the mechanics of movement. For example, in some cases substrate properties can exacerbate energy expenditure while in other instances […]

Meeting Abstract P1-180  Sunday, Jan. 4 15:30  Elongation Enables Aquatic and Terrestrial Locomotion COSTA, A.C.*; MEHTA, R.S.; WARD, A.B.; Adelphi University; University of California, Santa Cruz; Adelphi University award@adelphi.edu Extreme body elongation has evolved multiple times within actinopterygian and sarcopterygian fishes. While this specialized body plan has been associated with living in highly structured habitats, many elongate […]

Meeting Abstract P1-51  Sunday, Jan. 4 15:30  Effects of the red imported fire ant (Solenopsis invicta) on the growth and survival of the threatened hooded pitcher plant (Sarracenia minor) MARQUES, E*; ROSSI, T; University of North Florida; University of North Florida e.marques@unf.edu Carnivorous plants are found all across the world and have evolved various adaptations for capturing […]

Meeting Abstract P1-119  Sunday, Jan. 4 15:30  Effects of testosterone on spatial ecology and cortical brain regions in western fence lizards WILSON, RC*; BARRIGA-HERNANDEZ, J; EHLERS, HA; FRENCH, SS; DENARDO, DF; STRAND, CR; California State University San Luis Obispo; Alan Hancock Community College; California State University San Luis Obispo; Utah State University ; Arizona State University ; […]

Meeting Abstract P1-68  Sunday, Jan. 4 15:30  Effects of temperature on embryonic and larval growth and development in the rough-skinned newt (Taricha granulosa) SMITH, G.D.; HOPKINS, G.R.; HANSEN, T.T*; MOHAMMADI, S.; SKINNER, H.M.; BRODIE, JR., E.D.; FRENCH, S.S.; Utah State University hansen_cb_32@yahoo.com Climate change is resulting in abnormal temperature regimes which can have major effects on ectotherms. […]

Meeting Abstract P1-61  Sunday, Jan. 4 15:30  Effects of single- vs. multiple-male spawning on fertilization success under current and future CO2 conditions. DOOLEY, T.C.*; PODOLSKY, R.D.; College of Charleston; College of Charleston dooleytc@g.cofc.edu Uptake of anthropogenic carbon dioxide (CO2) by the ocean has led to a 30% drop in the average pH of surface waters since the […]