BIOL 438 - Cell Physiology

Institution:

St Mary's College of Maryland

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Description:

An examination of the fundamental life processes occurring within cells. The cellular and molecular basis of life is discussed, with emphasis on the relationship between cell structure and function. Topics include cell mechanics and membrane structure, motility and adhesion, transport, electrical activity, signaling and second-messenger systems, growth and replication, cytoskeletal and organelle structure and function, and a brief overview of mammalian immunology as a signal and defense system. Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: BIOL 270. Recommended: CHEM 420.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.smcm.edu

Phone Number:

(240) 895-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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