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NERC Reference : NER/A/S/2000/01324

Experimental and theoretical studies of conflict over direct reproduction in queenless ponerine ants.

Grant Award

Principal Investigator:
Professor FLW Ratnieks, University of Sheffield, Animal and Plant Sciences
Science Area:
Terrestrial
Overall Classification:
Terrestrial
ENRIs:
Biodiversity
Science Topics:
Population Genetics/Evolution
Behavioural Ecology
Abstract:
The project investigates reproductive conflict in societies of totipotent individuals using Dinoponera queenless ants as a model system. In queenless ants a colony is headed by a mated worker (gamergate). Conflict between gamergate and high-ranking workers occurs over both gamergate replacement and laying male eggs in her presence. We will investigate the behavioural and chemical mechanisms mediating conflicts by testing hypotheses on hierarchy length, worker policing, and information scrambling derived from our previous theoretical and experimental research. We will also extend our previous theoretical models to investigate conflict in multiple gamergate species, and review the evidence for conflict and policing in queenless ants.
Period of Award:
26 Nov 2001 - 25 Apr 2005
Value:
£210,357
Authorised funds only
NERC Reference:
NER/A/S/2000/01324
Grant Stage:
Completed
Scheme:
Standard Grants Pre FEC
Grant Status:
Closed
Programme:
Standard Grant

This grant award has a total value of £210,357  

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FDAB - Financial Details (Award breakdown by headings)

Total - T&STotal - StaffTotal - Other CostsTotal - EquipmentTotal - Indirect Costs
£8,944£110,161£31,884£8,693£50,675

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