Meeting Abstract P3-119 Wednesday, Jan. 6 15:30 Why do some things have loose skins? UYENO, TA*; CLARK, AJ; Valdosta State University; College of Charleston tauyeno@valdosta.edu Many endoskeletal organisms have tight skins; it facilitates transfer of force from a muscular core to the body surface and then on to the external environment. Indeed, tight and well-connected tensile skins […]
sessions: Posters Session 3
Why are some runners better on hills than others
Meeting Abstract P3-113 Wednesday, Jan. 6 15:30 Why are some runners better on hills than others? WALTER, RM*; BALACCO, J; WALTER, Rebecc; Bloomfield College rebecca_walter@bloomfield.edu Distance runners with similar abilities on level terrain often differ significantly in their ability to run on inclines. This study investigates the causes of these interindividual differences in relative incline running ability. […]
What’s the scoop on lizard poop Insights into the gut microbial ecology of lizards
Meeting Abstract P3-39 Wednesday, Jan. 6 15:30 What’s the scoop on lizard poop?: Insights into the gut microbial ecology of lizards KOHL, K.D.*; BRUN, A.; MAGALLANES, M.; LASPIUR, A.; ACOSTA, J.C.; BORDENSTEIN, S.R.; CAVIEDES-VIDAL, E.; Vanderbilt Univ.; Univ. Nac. San Luis, Argentina; Univ. Nac. San Luis, Argentina; Univ. Nac. San Juan, Argentina; Univ. Nac. San Juan, Argentina; […]
Wave Induced Stress and Its Effects on Coral Reef Fish Swimming Performance and Energetics
Meeting Abstract P3-70 Wednesday, Jan. 6 15:30 Wave Induced Stress and Its Effects on Coral Reef Fish Swimming Performance and Energetics MARCOUX, T.M.*; KORSMEYER, K.E.; Hawai’i Pacific University; Hawai’i Pacific University tmarcoux@my.hpu.edu Fishes living in high energy coral reefs are faced with the challenge of maintaining position against wave-induced water surges and must expend energy to remain […]
Vector consequences of feeding preferences in the West Nile virus system
Meeting Abstract P3-51 Wednesday, Jan. 6 15:30 Vector consequences of feeding preferences in the West Nile virus system GERVASI, S.S.*; BURGAN, S.C.; BURKETT-CADENA, N.; UNNASCH, T.R.; MARTIN, L.B.; University of South Florida steph.gervasi@gmail.com In vector-borne parasite systems, transmission dynamics depend on interactions within and between hosts and vectors. For example, host behavior and physiology mediate exposure to […]
Varying exposure to a pathogen alters disease severity and resistance to secondary infection in a wild bird
Meeting Abstract P3-49 Wednesday, Jan. 6 15:30 Varying exposure to a pathogen alters disease severity and resistance to secondary infection in a wild bird LEON, A.E.*; HAWLEY, D.M.; Virginia Tech, Blacksburg; Virginia Tech, Blacksburg leona@vt.edu In many host-pathogen systems, there is significant individual variation in the frequency and dose of pathogen exposure. Heterogeneity in exposure may result […]
Variation in stiffness among fins of the yellow perch Perca flavescens by different preservation techniques
Meeting Abstract P3-121 Wednesday, Jan. 6 15:30 Variation in stiffness among fins of the yellow perch Perca flavescens by different preservation techniques. TAFT, NK; HENCK, HE*; University of Wisconsin – Parkside; University of Wisconsin – Parkside henck001@rangers.uwp.edu Fish use their fins for propulsion and maneuvering in a three-dimensional environment. In addition, many fishes use their fins for […]
Variation in Autotomy and Claw Transformation in the Snapping Shrimp, Alpheus angulosus
Meeting Abstract P3-207 Wednesday, Jan. 6 15:30 Variation in Autotomy and Claw Transformation in the Snapping Shrimp, Alpheus angulosus COONEY, P*; TRACEY, E; PEREIRA, A; HUGHES, M; KOREY, CA; College of Charleston cooneypc@g.cofc.edu The snapping shrimp (Alpheus spp.) exhibit extreme claw lateralization, presenting a large snapper and a small pincer, which are used for different behaviors. Like […]
Validation of the use of erythropoietin and anti-erythropoeitin for experimental manipulation of hematocrit and hemoglobin in zebra finches, Taeniopygia guttata
Meeting Abstract P3-163 Wednesday, Jan. 6 15:30 Validation of the use of erythropoietin and anti-erythropoeitin for experimental manipulation of hematocrit and hemoglobin in zebra finches, Taeniopygia guttata. KIM, O*; YAP, KN; WILLIAMS, TD; Simon Fraser University, British Columbia; Simon Fraser University, British Columbia; Simon Fraser University, British Columbia ork@sfu.ca Aerobic capacity has been long assumed to be […]
Using artificial selection to understand orientation behavior in Drosophila
Meeting Abstract P3-209 Wednesday, Jan. 6 15:30 Using artificial selection to understand orientation behavior in Drosophila WALLACE, N.E*; BALTZLEY, M.J.; Western Oregon University; Western Oregon University nwallace11@wou.edu The fruit fly, Drosophila melanogaster, is commonly used to understand the genetic mechanisms of behavior. Using this model organism, we are testing whether Drosophila have an innate directional preference based […]
