BIOL 1460 - Microbial Diversity and the Environment

Institution:

Brown University

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Description:

This is a lecture and discussion based course that focuses on the role of microbes in ecological, geological, and environmental processes. This includes: introductory concepts, origins of life, role in climate change, functional diversity of biogeochemical cycles, microbial communities and interactions, habitat specific examples, and applications in the environment and human health. Expected: BIOL 0200, CHEM 0330 and an intermediate science course (e.g., BIOL 0280, GEOL 0240, or ENVS 0490).

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.brown.edu

Phone Number:

(401) 863-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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