The question must require moreinformation/research than has been presented in class to solve/answer.• Perform the literature review and research to present a possible solutiono Cite at least 8 primary research articles; review articles are OKo A total of at least 12 scientific sources cited (research articles, books, scientific and reputable internetresources)• Organize your essay into three sections:o Why the question is relevant and important (20 points) Discuss why this is a relevant and important question in evolutionary biology Provide a historical perspective, and review the scientific progress in the area Discuss the current state of the problem, and what remains to be solvedo The possible solution (35 points) Using the research you’ve conducted, discuss a possible answer to your question Do this methodically, citing good, relevant sources This section must show a synthesis of ideas and critical evaluation. Original thinking must bedemonstratedo Testing the solution (15 points) Describe an experiment which can support the solution you proposed. Describe theexperimental design (hypothesis, methods, data collection, analysis) in detail such that theexperiment can be completed Discuss how the experimental data and results can be used to assess the solution you proposed• General requirements (10 points)o No title pageo 11 font at 1.15 spacing throughouto 8-10 pages of words (not including the Works Cited page)o At least 12 scientific sources citedo Follow the CSE guidelines for citations• Overall quality (20 points)o A good, difficult question was proposedo Critical, original thinking demonstratedo Information framed, and flowed effectively; ideas conjoined to create a complete, critical evaluation ofthe topico Clear, scientific expositiono Please do not plagiarize
