@article{beeson_kosal_2023, title={Evolutionary Medicine: An Introduction}, volume={85}, ISSN={["1938-4211"]}, DOI={10.1525/abt.2023.85.2.80}, abstractNote={Evolutionary medicine is a growing area of research and practice; however, it is not widely discussed in introductory biology courses. Because of the interest in human biology, using evolutionary medicine is a great way to hold students’ interest, placing topics in context, making the subject of evolution relevant. Too often students lose interest in learning about evolution because they think it is not pertinent. The pedagogical technique of using case studies in the classroom engages students in a way that will grow their understanding of topics, in this case evolution, as well as helping students with critical thinking and process skills, growing their scientific literacy.
               The following case study is appropriate for an introductory biology course that focuses on evolution, an AP biology course, or an introductory evolution course for undergraduates. The case focuses on the evolutionary perspectives of what might be causing human ear infections, as well as the role of beneficial species of gut bacteria in maintaining a healthy immune system. It is advantageous for students to know about natural selection and coevolution before using the case study.}, number={2}, journal={AMERICAN BIOLOGY TEACHER}, author={Beeson, Chay and Kosal, Erica}, year={2023}, month={Feb}, pages={80–84} }
 @article{kosal_anaele_2021, title={Testing Mosquitoes for Student Inquiry: Husbandry Lessons in the Lab}, volume={83}, ISSN={["1938-4211"]}, DOI={10.1525/abt.2021.83.3.180}, abstractNote={Because mosquitoes are a public health concern, several chemical insect repellents have been created and used for many years. While some of these products, such as DEET and permethrin, are effective at controlling mosquito populations, their excessive use may lead to animal, human, and environmental harm if applied improperly. Understanding the life cycles of mosquitoes, their feeding preferences, and their responses to natural plant extracts could enable scientists to develop more environmentally safe but still effective insect repellents. Various types of plant extracts (e.g., American beautyberry, Callicarpa americana) hold promise. In order to study such plant–mosquito interactions, we had to establish basic husbandry practices for successfully rearing and maintaining mosquito populations in the lab. We discuss the protocols we have used for housing mosquitoes and creating plant extracts and offer suggestions for how students can use both for inquiry.}, number={3}, journal={AMERICAN BIOLOGY TEACHER}, author={Kosal, Erica and Anaele, Beverly I}, year={2021}, month={Mar}, pages={180–184} }