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Ram Talks: DNA hoarders: how junk DNA shapes animal form from the inside out
Date & Time
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Location
Fort Collins Welcome Center
7 Old Town Square, Suite 100
Price
Free
About This Event
Discover the hidden world of junk DNA and its impact on animal evolution at Ram Talks: DNA hoarders. This event, located at 7 Old Town Square, Suite 100, offers a unique blend of CSU expertise and engaging community discussions. Join at 5:00 p.m. for light snacks and non-alcoholic beverages before diving into the program at 5:30 p.m., concluding at 6:30 p.m. Dr. Mueller will unravel the mysteries of junk DNA using salamanders as a fascinating example, shedding light on its role in biodiversity evolution. Explore how evolution navigates conflicts between genomes, cells, and organ systems in organisms with extensive junk DNA.