Meeting Abstract 95.1 Tuesday, Jan. 6 13:30 Functional trade-offs and innovations in the evolution of the rodent masticatory system KRENTZEL, D*; ANGIELCZYK, K; Univeristy of Chicago; Field Museum dkrentzel@uchicago.edu Mastication in rodents is highly derived, being composed of quasi-independent gnawing and chewing systems and a complicated array of adductor muscles. The masseters are arranged in four qualitatively […]
sessions: Session 95
Correlative 3D imaging of bat penis histomorphology for functional and developmental studies
Meeting Abstract 95.5 Tuesday, Jan. 6 14:30 Correlative 3D imaging of bat penis histomorphology for functional and developmental studies HERDINA, AN*; PLENK JR., H; BENDA, PP; LINA, PHC; HERZIG-STRASCHIL, B; HILGERS, H; METSCHER, BD; University of Vienna, Austria; Medical University of Vienna, Austria; Charles University and National Museum, Prague, Czech Republic; Naturalis Biodiversity Center, Leiden, the Netherlands; […]
A new framework for understanding the evolution of gecko toepads
Meeting Abstract 95.2 Tuesday, Jan. 6 13:45 A new framework for understanding the evolution of gecko toepads IRSCHICK, D.J.**; GILMAN, C.A.; IMBURGIA, M.J.; KING, D.R; KUO, C.; SHOWALTER, I.; CROSBY, A. J.; University of Massachusetts at Amherst; University of Massachusetts at Amherst; University of Massachusetts at Amherst; University of Massachusetts at Amherst; University of Massachusetts at Amherst; […]
To build a shark – 3D tiling laws of tessellated cartilage
Meeting Abstract 95-3 Wednesday, Jan. 6 14:00 To build a shark – 3D tiling laws of tessellated cartilage DEAN, MN*; SEIDEL, R; KNOETEL, D; LYONS, K; BAUM, D; WEAVER, JC; FRATZL, P; MPI; MPI; ZIB; CSULB; ZIB; MPI; Wyss Inst. mason.dean@mpikg.mpg.de http://www.mpikg.mpg.de/HFSP The endoskeleton of sharks and rays (elasmobranchs) is comprised of a cartilaginous core, covered by […]
Three-dimensional structure of tuna scales novel trabecular design and hypothesized function
Meeting Abstract 95-1 Wednesday, Jan. 6 13:30 Three-dimensional structure of tuna scales: novel trabecular design and hypothesized function WAINWRIGHT, DK*; LAUDER, GV; Harvard University; Harvard University dylan.wainwright@gmail.com Tunas have an area of enlarged scales behind the gill opening called the corselet. We find that these scales are not only larger in length and height, but also in […]
Structural Support for Gigantism in Polar Sea Spiders (Pycnogonida)
Meeting Abstract 95-7 Wednesday, Jan. 6 15:00 Structural Support for Gigantism in Polar Sea Spiders (Pycnogonida) TOBALSKE, B.W.*; LANE, S.J.; WOODS, H.A.; GUTIERREZ, M.M.; SHISHIDO, C.M.; MORAN, A.L.; Univ. Montana; Univ. Montana; Univ. Montana; Univ. Montana; Univ. Hawai‘i; Univ. Hawai‘i bret.tobalske@mso.umt.edu http://cas.umt.edu/dbs/flightlab/ Polar gigantism is common among diverse oceanic invertebrates, but the underlying mechanisms responsible for this […]
Mechanical Characterization of a Key Adaptation The Extraordinary Joint Material of Coralline Algae
Meeting Abstract 95-8 Wednesday, Jan. 6 15:15 Mechanical Characterization of a Key Adaptation: The Extraordinary Joint Material of Coralline Algae DENNY, M.W.*; KING, F.A.; Stanford University; Stanford University mwdenny@stanford.edu http://hopkinsmarinestation.stanford.edu/content/mark-denny Seaweeds survive on wave-swept shores primarily by being flexible, which poses a problem for coralline algae because their calcified cell walls are rigid. Approximately 100 million years […]
Mapping Fluke Stiffness as a Measure of Biofidelity in Artificial Fins
Meeting Abstract 95-5 Wednesday, Jan. 6 14:30 Mapping Fluke Stiffness as a Measure of Biofidelity in Artificial Fins LEWIS, GT*; KEMP, T; WHITE, C; CARTER, DJ; FISH, FE; BART-SMITH, H; University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA; University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA; University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA; University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA; West Chester University, West Chester, PA; University […]
From oxidative stress to exoskeleton material properties, intertidal mantis shrimp demonstrate tolerance to future ocean conditions
Meeting Abstract 95-4 Wednesday, Jan. 6 14:15 From oxidative stress to exoskeleton material properties, intertidal mantis shrimp demonstrate tolerance to future ocean conditions DEVRIES, M*; WEBB, S; TU, J; DEHEYN, D; TAYLOR, J; Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego mdevries@ucsd.edu http://scrippsscholars.ucsd.edu/mdevries Fluctuations in ocean CO2 concentration and temperature can be especially dramatic in the intertidal zone. […]
Effects of herbivory on the biomechanics of kelp in wave-swept environments
Meeting Abstract 95-6 Wednesday, Jan. 6 14:45 Effects of herbivory on the biomechanics of kelp in wave-swept environments BURNETT, N.P.*; KOEHL, M.A.R.; Univ. of California, Berkeley; Univ. of California, Berkeley burnettnp@berkeley.edu Kelp are ecologically-important organisms in wave-swept coastal areas where they provide food and habitat for many other organisms. Previous studies have shown that wounds from herbivory […]
