The Interdisciplinary Doctoral Degree Program in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (EEB) at Texas A&M University is represented by a group of faculty from multiple departments in several colleges within the university. The purpose of the IDDP in EEB is to integrate research programs related to the disciplines of ecology and evolutionary biology and heighten awareness of this important area of biological research within our institution. The program fosters collaboration for both research and teaching in the disciplines of ecology and evolutionary biology.

Specific goals of the Interdisciplinary Doctoral Degree Program:

• Identify and formally link TAMU faculty members with a major research focus in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
• Recruit outstanding graduate students with interests in the sciences of ecology and evolution
• Create an environment that fosters establishment of interdisciplinary teams that can compete for extramural funding for research and graduate training
• Enhance interdisciplinary training in ecology and evolutionary biology
• Enhance recruitment of high quality faculty at TAMU