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Reconstructive Evolutionary Morphology: Tracing The Historical Process Of Modifications Of Complex Systems Driven By Natural Selection Through Changing Ecological Conditions, Dominique G. Homberger Sep 2024

Reconstructive Evolutionary Morphology: Tracing The Historical Process Of Modifications Of Complex Systems Driven By Natural Selection Through Changing Ecological Conditions, Dominique G. Homberger

Faculty Publications

There is general consensus among evolutionary biologists that natural selection drives phenotypic modifications within populations over generational time. How to reconstruct this historical process, however, has been discussed mostly in theoretical terms, and recommendations and explanations on how to translate such theoretical insights into practice are needed. The present study aims at providing a theory-supported practical guide on how to reconstruct historical evolutionary processes by applying a morphology-centered approach through a series of interdependent steps of descriptive morphology, functional analysis, ecological observation, integration of paleoecological data, and evolutionary synthesis. Special attention is given to the development of tests regarding the …


Toward A Comparative Framework For Studies Of Altitudinal Migration, David Vander Pluym, Nicholas A. Mason Sep 2024

Toward A Comparative Framework For Studies Of Altitudinal Migration, David Vander Pluym, Nicholas A. Mason

Faculty Publications

The study and importance of altitudinal migration has attracted increasing interest among zoologists. Altitudinal migrants are taxonomically widespread and move across altitudinal gradients as partial or complete migrants, subjecting them to a wide array of environments and ecological interactions. Here, we present a brief synthesis of recent developments in the field and suggest future directions toward a more taxonomically inclusive comparative framework for the study of altitudinal migration. Our framework centers on a working definition of altitudinal migration that hinges on its biological relevance, which is scale-dependent and related to fitness outcomes. We discuss linguistic nuances of altitudinal movements and …


The K-Profile Parameterization Augmented By Deep Neural Networks (Kpp_Dnn) In The General Ocean Turbulence Model (Gotm), Jianguo Yuan, Jun Hong Liang, Eric P. Chassignet, Olmo Zavala-Romero, Xiaoliang Wan, Meghan F. Cronin Sep 2024

The K-Profile Parameterization Augmented By Deep Neural Networks (Kpp_Dnn) In The General Ocean Turbulence Model (Gotm), Jianguo Yuan, Jun Hong Liang, Eric P. Chassignet, Olmo Zavala-Romero, Xiaoliang Wan, Meghan F. Cronin

Faculty Publications

This study utilizes Deep Neural Networks (DNN) to improve the K-Profile Parameterization (KPP) for the vertical mixing effects in the ocean's surface boundary layer turbulence. The deep neural networks were trained using 11-year turbulence-resolving solutions, obtained by running a large eddy simulation model for Ocean Station Papa, to predict the turbulence velocity scale coefficient and unresolved shear coefficient in the KPP. The DNN-augmented KPP schemes (KPP_DNN) have been implemented in the General Ocean Turbulence Model (GOTM). The KPP_DNN is stable for long-term integration and more efficient than existing variants of KPP schemes with wave effects. Three different KPP_DNN schemes, each …


Meeting Need, Elizabeth Davis Sep 2024

Meeting Need, Elizabeth Davis

Furman Magazine

Ensuring access to a Furman education


Angel Analyst Fellows Learn Investing, Thanks To Alumni Gift, Liv Osby Sep 2024

Angel Analyst Fellows Learn Investing, Thanks To Alumni Gift, Liv Osby

Furman Magazine

A new fellowship at Furman University unlocks the secrets of angel investing for students.


From The Classroom To The Concert, Furman University Sep 2024

From The Classroom To The Concert, Furman University

Furman Magazine

Students show what's possible at Furman. Their work and other festivities continue to create excitement during Furman Engaged.


Bee Club Cultivates A Growing Buzz On Campus, Clinton Colmenares, Jerry Salley '90 Sep 2024

Bee Club Cultivates A Growing Buzz On Campus, Clinton Colmenares, Jerry Salley '90

Furman Magazine

The club is growing and has plans to market Furman honey.


Next: Reflection On Furman Going Forward, Benjamin Haywood Sep 2024

Next: Reflection On Furman Going Forward, Benjamin Haywood

Furman Magazine

Generative AI (GenAI) is artificial intelligence technology that can generate text, images or other data using machine-learning models.


From The Vault: Ties That Bind, Clinton Colmenares Sep 2024

From The Vault: Ties That Bind, Clinton Colmenares

Furman Magazine

Furman's place in The Duke Endowment started with a friendship


The New Flag Bearer, Vince Moore Sep 2024

The New Flag Bearer, Vince Moore

Furman Magazine

Anna Morgan '24 is the latest Furman women's golfer to leave her imprint on a storied program.


A Helping Hand, Vince Moore Sep 2024

A Helping Hand, Vince Moore

Furman Magazine

Since experiencing a major stroke more than a decade ago, former Furman football great Allen Edwards '92 has learned he can still count on his teammates.


Table Of Contents And Advertisements, Furman University Sep 2024

Table Of Contents And Advertisements, Furman University

Furman Magazine

No abstract provided.


Then: Reflection On The Importance Of Furman As It Was, Felice F. Knight '02 Sep 2024

Then: Reflection On The Importance Of Furman As It Was, Felice F. Knight '02

Furman Magazine

In November 2023, I had the pleasure of welcoming a diverse group of Furman faculty, staff, and alumni to the newly opened International African American Museum (IAAM) in Charleston, South Carolina


A Blend Of Art And Science, Kelley Bruss Sep 2024

A Blend Of Art And Science, Kelley Bruss

Furman Magazine

Shawn and John Kennington used to play a question game with their children. If you could open your own business, what would it be, and why?


Now: Reflection On Furman As It Is Now, Sammie Connor '24 M '25 Sep 2024

Now: Reflection On Furman As It Is Now, Sammie Connor '24 M '25

Furman Magazine

When I came to Furman as a first-year student, I was undecided about my major and career.


Room With A View, Tina Underwood Sep 2024

Room With A View, Tina Underwood

Furman Magazine

New South Housing welcomes first-year students, Center for Interpersonal Connections


Cover, Furman University Sep 2024

Cover, Furman University

Furman Magazine

No abstract provided.


Hometown Team, Liv Osby Sep 2024

Hometown Team, Liv Osby

Furman Magazine

Greenville's City Attorney's all pull for the Paladins


Q&A: Community Health, Furman University Sep 2024

Q&A: Community Health, Furman University

Furman Magazine

Kerry Sease, M.D., who joined Furman in November 2023 as the executive director of the Institute for Advancement of Community Health (IACH), discusses how the institue, students and health workers are addressing critical issues in our community


Making Music And Memories, Sue Samuels '87 Sep 2024

Making Music And Memories, Sue Samuels '87

Furman Magazine

One of my greatest joys in life is that I get to make music for a living.


A Timeless Tribute, Furman University Sep 2024

A Timeless Tribute, Furman University

Furman Magazine

Furman honors its most dedicated supporters with newly installed Benefactors Green.


Math And The Mouse, Kelley Bruss Sep 2024

Math And The Mouse, Kelley Bruss

Furman Magazine

A May X that uses math to problem-solve for Disney turns 10.


Furman Magazine. Volume 67, Issue 2 - Full Issue, Furman University Sep 2024

Furman Magazine. Volume 67, Issue 2 - Full Issue, Furman University

Furman Magazine

No abstract provided.


Furman All-American Frank Selvy '54 Dies At 91, Hunter Reid Sep 2024

Furman All-American Frank Selvy '54 Dies At 91, Hunter Reid

Furman Magazine

Furman All-American Frank Selvy '54, one of the greatest players in college basketball history, passed away on Aug. 13, 2024 at his home in Simpsonville, S.C., surrounded by his family.


With Open Arms, Kelley Bruss Sep 2024

With Open Arms, Kelley Bruss

Furman Magazine

Rev. Edward McCutcheon brings a philosophy of presence, understanding and dialogue to Furman's Wesley Fellowship.


Shelf Life, Furman University Sep 2024

Shelf Life, Furman University

Furman Magazine

An examination of eulogies, a charmer and humorist's asides, the ABCs of neuroscience for young children, a deadly engagement party and Greenville history


Fumerical, Furman University Sep 2024

Fumerical, Furman University

Furman Magazine

25 Years of The Riley Institue


From The Interwebs, Furman University Sep 2024

From The Interwebs, Furman University

Furman Magazine

No abstract provided.


The Comeback: For The Curious, Jake Grove Sep 2024

The Comeback: For The Curious, Jake Grove

Furman Magazine

Education for all ages and interests starts in Greenville.


Saddle Up To De-Stress, Rachel Williams Sep 2024

Saddle Up To De-Stress, Rachel Williams

Furman Magazine

Tammi Wilson '90 uses equine therapy to help veterans and others struggling with cognitive, physical and emotional challenges.