Bee Foraging Ecology and Genetics

This project is ongoing.

This research examines the dispersal and foraging processes of native bees in natural and human-altered landscapes. Native bees are one of the most effective crop pollinators and are also among the first species to be lost as natural habitat is destroyed. This project will explore how local and regional landscapes influence bee communities, foraging patterns, and pollen collection.

Project Website
http://w3.biosci.utexas.edu/jha
Qualifications

• Interest in entomology, conservation biology and/or field ecology • Attention to detail • Highly motivated and able to work independently • Basic computer skills (Word, Excel) • Interest genetics • Ability to work in field (if interested)

Project Timeline

2-4 semesters 

Duties

Responsibilities may include: insect curation - pollen collection and identification - DNA extraction - bee collection/monitoring - data entry and management - vegetation surveys

Typical Time Commitment
6-10
Desired Length of Commitment
at least 2
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Project Lead
Who to Contact
Shalene Jha
Contact Email
sjha@mail.utexas.edu

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