Domestic version of MARSCI 571A Urban Tropical Ecology. The mix of human ecology, subtropical diversity, disturbed habitats and invasive species in the Eastern US. Comparing how Asian and US planners maintain and enhance the quality of life of citizens in radically modified environments. Research on politics, management, biology and social science of land use restoration and tourism. Travel in South Eastern US to experience solutions to disturbed environments required. Domestic travel required. Instructor consent required. Taught in Beaufort at Duke Marine Lab.