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Evolution and Diversity of Antarctic Rhizarian Protists Description/Abstract This research project will continue studies of a taxonomically definitive group of early evolving (single-chambered) Foraminifera at both multi-gene molecular and ultrastructural levels of analysis, in order to generate more robust and detailed phylogenies of these ecologically-important organisms. Studies will be extended to include members of the enigmatic genus Gromia, to better define their ecological significance and placement within the protistan supergroup Rhizara. Together, these structural and molecular data will be used to complete taxonomic descriptions of over 20 new rhizarian species. The research will develop rapid molecular screening methods for future ecological studies of rhizarian protists, and uncover the driving forces that led to their diversification. A range of educational activities will target local and national audiences, and include development of hands-on, standards-based, innovative science classroom activities. In addition, a short art/science documentary film depicting research on the biology and evolution of Antarctic rhizarian protists will form the basis of a workshop hosted by the Capital Region Center for Arts in Education. Personnel Person Role Bowser, Samuel Investigator Funding Antarctic Organisms and Ecosystems Award # 0944646 AMD - DIF Record(s) NSF-ANT09-44646_1 Data Management Plan None in the Database Product Level: 1 (processed data) Datasets Repository Title (link) Format(s) Status USAP-DC Evolution and Diversity of Antarctic Rhizarian Protists None exist Platforms and Instruments