Characterizing Venom Gene Expression, Function and Species Diversity in Predatory Marine Snails of the Terebridae

Author

Juliette Gorson, The Graduate Center, City University of New YorkFollow

Date of Degree

9-2018

Document Type

Dissertation

Degree Name

Ph.D.

Program

Biology

Advisor

Mande Holford

Committee Members

Weigang Qiu

Ntino Krampis

Mark Siddall

Nicolas Puillandre

Lisle Gibbs

Subject Categories

Biology

Abstract

The Terebridae is a group of predatory marine snails that use their venom to feed on marine annelids. Similar to other venomous organisms, the Terebridae have evolved over millions of years, diverging from their closest relative in the Paleocene era. This thesis investigates what is driving terebrid evolution and species diversification by applying a multidimensional approach.

Recommended Citation

Gorson, Juliette, "Characterizing Venom Gene Expression, Function and Species Diversity in Predatory Marine Snails of the Terebridae" (2018). CUNY Academic Works.
https://academicworks.cuny.edu/gc_etds/2887