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SUMMARY:Nicholas Grebe - Snark Hunting and Non-Traditional Models for the Biology of Monogamy
DESCRIPTION:Snark Hunting and Non-Traditional Models for the Biology of Monogamy\nNicholas Grebe\nAssistant Professor\nDepartment of Psychology\nOccidental College\nSince the 1950s\, the field of organismal biology has warned against a single-minded focus on common\, easy-to-study animal models—the lab rat being the canonical example—that comes at the expense of understanding both diversity and commonality in the mechanisms of behavior. Historically\, research on the biology of monogamy has been dominated by rodent models\, and in primates\, by callitrichids (marmosets and tamarins). A large body of often elegant research in these animals has proven foundational to contemporary theories in organismal biology. At the same time\, looking beyond these popular models has revealed a diversity of behavior under the umbrella of ‘monogamy’\, and in many cases\, a corresponding diversity in underlying physiological mechanisms. This talk will cover research on the biology and evolution of monogamy in two non-traditional primate models—lemurs and mountain gorillas—and will discuss what can be gained from studying the social worlds of non-model organisms. \n 
URL:https://bec.ucla.edu/event/nicholas-grebe-snark-hunting-and-non-traditional-models-for-the-biology-of-monogamy/
LOCATION:352 Haines Hall
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SUMMARY:Justin Lund - Storytelling\, sovereignty\, and STEM
DESCRIPTION:Storytelling\, sovereignty\, and STEM\nJustin Lund\nPostdoctoral Fellow\nDepartment of Anatomy and Cell Biology\nOSU Center for Health Sciences\nInclusive and engaged research and education are essential for fostering equity and mutual respect. Yet\, academic approaches to culturally appropriate knowledge production and community engagement vary widely. Indigenous communities have long been a focus of research\, often emphasizing their ways of living\, biologies\, and narratives—frequently without equitable collaboration. To move toward more just engagement\, educators and researchers must embrace decolonization practices that prioritize Tribal sovereignty and self-determination. While “decolonization” is often invoked as a buzzword\, its practical application can be deeply transformative. In this talk\, Dr. Lund will share insights from education and research initiatives co-created with Indigenous communities and students. These efforts aim to honor Tribal sovereignty and cultivate a new generation of Indigenous scientists\, setting a model for equitable and impactful collaborations.
URL:https://bec.ucla.edu/event/justin-lund-storytelling-sovereignty-and-stem/
LOCATION:352 Haines Hall
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