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Behaviour, Physiology & Ornithology
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What to measure to predict brain size in birds?
At least in part, the brain’s capacity to process cognitive processes depends on the mass of neural tissue involved – the more tissue, the more information can be processed. In fact, studies often find a positive relationship between brain size…
Read MoreSweet sap, savory ants
Woodpeckers taste sweet, but wrynecks lost the ability to taste sugars. Photo: © Charles Thomas (Macaulay Library ML180000101)
Read MoreAndrogen response to simulated intruder in a territorial poison frog
Hormonal response to territorial intrusions. Photo by Andrius Pašukonis
Read MoreLearned components of courtship
A focus on postural displays, choreographies and construction abilities
Read MoreHead of Biochemistry Laboratory at FIWI
We seek highly motivated applicants with a PhD in Biochemistry or related disciplines and experience in multiple methodologies (protein purification, western blots, enzyme assays, hormone analyses, GC-MS, HPLC), preferably related to animal physiology. Previous experience in managing a laboratory, overseeing technicians and training students is desirable.
Read MoreTranscriptome of the migratory Common quail
Our publication on the de novo brain transcriptome of the migratory Common quail is now out in its final form in Data in Brief: In this article, we developed a high quality pipeline for compiling transcriptomes of complex non-genomic species….
Read MoreManakins adapt their courtship display to environmental disruptions
Males use motor sequence learning to modify their display when the physical structure of the court is altered
Read MoreMSc project in behavioural biology and migratory bird physiology
We are looking for a motivated Master/Diploma student who would like to gain experience and knowledge on migratory physiology and behavioural biology. The student will be based in the Fusani’s lab a highly vibrant and constantly expanding research environment. The…
Read MoreStopover Strategies in the Sahara
Migratory songbirds use diverse strategies during stopover to cross the Sahara Desert.
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