Exploring the neurological & genetic basis of social behavior in bees

The Cook Lab at Marquette University

 

Studying collective behavior in a changing environment, from genes to society

 
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our research

Exploring the mechanisms of social behavior in a changing environment

How do organisms perceive the world, communicate with others, and organize to affect change in their environment? From genes to groups, we study how animals balance social and ecological information to determine collective action.

 
 
 

About our team

We believe in equity, justice, and accessible science.

 
 
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Major themes of our research

 
 
 
 
 

Outreach & Engagement

We use our research to bring knowledge, passion, and excitement about science to the communities around us, including underserved communities as well as workers like beekeepers and farmers, all of whom can benefit immensely from our work!

 

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