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Gary R. Ten Eyck, Ph.D. Gary R. Ten Eyck

Assistant Professor

Gary R. Ten Eyck examines the neuroendocrinology of reproductive behaviors, particularly territoriality and paternal care, and communication utilizing neuropharmacological approaches. His lab also studies the evolutionary significance of direct development; particularly sensory systems. These investigations use the Puerto Rican coquí frog (Eleutherodactylus coqui). This amphibian differs from the "conventional" frog because it undergoes direct development, as oppose to metamorphosis, and exhibits paternal care. Investigations on reproductive behaviors, communication, and developmental biology are significant since the Puerto Rican coquí was recently introduced on the Island of Hawai‘i and its widespread distribution is a major environmental and economical concern.

Education

  • B.S., Biology, Central Michigan University
  • M.S., Biology, Central Michigan University
  • Ph.D., Biological Sciences (Neuroscience), University of South Dakota
  • Postdoctoral Fellow, NSF Developmental Neurobiology, University of Michigan

Classes and Courses

  • Neuropharmacology
  • Integrated Therapeutics (Course Coordinator)
  • Environmental Toxicology
  • Overview of Drug Classes

Selected Presentations and/or Publications

  • Behavioral Brain Research, 2008, 193: 144-147
  • Anatomy and Embryology, 2005, 210:221-233
  • Neuroscience Letters, 2005, 388:100-105
  • Hormones and Behavior, 2005, 47(2):223-229
  • Journal of Morphology, 2004, 261: 225-248

Selected News Releases

  • Statewide Interview: Island Issues Public Affairs Broadcast with Sherry Bracken, May 30, 2010
  • Big Island Buzz, UH Hilo is Joined by a Coquí Frog Expert, Jan 12, 2010
  • Honolulu Herald Tribute, Coquí Pro joins UH Hilo, Jan 6, 2010
  • UH Hilo Press Release, Coquí Expert joins College of Pharmacy, Jan 5, 2010
  • Big Island Chronicle, University News, Coquí expert joins UHH College of Pharmacy, Jan 05, 2010

Awards and Honors

  • Office of the Vice President for Research, Research Award, University of Michigan, 2002
  • NSF Postdoctoral Fellowship, University of Michigan, 1997
  • Matthew A. Johnson Award, Doctoral Dissertation, University of South Dakota, 1997
  • National Science Foundation EPSCoR Graduate Research Fellowship, University of South Dakota, 1995