Dr. Maren Vitousek

Associate Professor

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Biography

Maren Vitousek is an Associate Professor in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at Cornell University. She received her Ph.D. from Princeton University in 2008 and her B.A. from Amherst College in 2002. Her research program focuses on how organisms cope with challenges presented by environmental changes, emphasizing rapid behavioral and physiological flexibility in response to stressors. Her lab studies mechanisms of phenotypic flexibility, particularly in tree swallows and various populations across North America. Additionally, she teaches several courses related to evolutionary biology and ecological topics, guiding students in exploring the intricate relationships between behavior, physiology, and environmental pressures.

Research Interests

Community Ecology Population Biology Evolutionary Patterns and Processes Organismal Biology Sustainability Environment Conservation

Courses

BIOEE 1780: Introduction to Evolutionary Biology Diversity BIOEE 7650: Special Topics in Ecology: Professional Development BIOEE 4660: Physiological Ecology

Requirements for Cornell University

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:15
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department of Architecture