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3.00 Credits
Basic concepts of cellular organization, function, regulation. Emphasis on molecular/biochemical approach to fundamentals of bioenergetics; plasma membrane functions such as transport, secretion, and signal transduction; organelle function and biogenesis; cell growth and division. Three lectures. Prerequisites Biology 13 and 14 or equivalent. This course meets the following distribution requirements: Please note: If more than one distribution area is listed, the course can be used to satisfy ONE area only. Natural Sciences This course is offered during the following semesters: Spring Semester First Summer Semester
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3.00 Credits
Experimental investigations of several problems in physiology using a wide variety of modern techniques. Classes will concentrate on several biological concepts and emphasize appropriate experimental design, data collection, data analysis and presentation. One laboratory session per week plus one discussion period. Prerequisites Sophomore standing and Biology 14 or equivalent. This course meets the following distribution requirements: Please note: If more than one distribution area is listed, the course can be used to satisfy ONE area only. Natural Sciences This course is offered during the following semesters: Fall Semester
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Similar to Biology 49, but investigating a series of laboratory problems using modern techniques of biotechnology. Gene cloning, recombinant protein expression, protein biochemistry, and immunochemistry are emphasized for teaching state-of-the-art laboratory skills and for reinforcing basic concepts of modern molecular biology. One laboratory session per week plus one discussion period. Prerequisites Sophomore standing and Biology 13 or equivalent. Open only to majors in biology, biochemistry, and chemical engineering. This course meets the following distribution requirements: Please note: If more than one distribution area is listed, the course can be used to satisfy ONE area only. Natural Sciences This course is offered during the following semesters: Spring Semester
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(Cross-listed as Environmental Studies 51). An introduction to field research in different habitats. Emphasis on acquiring skills in taxonomic identification, sampling techniques, hypothesis testing and experimental design, data analysis and interpretation, as well as oral and written communication. Opportunity for student-designed group research projects on ecological questions. One laboratory session per week plus one discussion period. Prerequisites Sophomore standing and Biology 14 or equivalent. This course meets the following distribution requirements: Please note: If more than one distribution area is listed, the course can be used to satisfy ONE area only. Natural Sciences This course is offered during the following semesters: Fall Semester
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3.00 Credits
Investigation of several laboratory problems using standard techniques of cell biology. Emphasis on subcellular fractionation, microscopy, cell culture, and chromatography. One laboratory session per week plus one discussion period. Prerequisites Sophomore standing and Biology 13 or equivalent. This course meets the following distribution requirements: Please note: If more than one distribution area is listed, the course can be used to satisfy ONE area only. Natural Sciences This course is offered during the following semesters: Spring Semester
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1.00 Credits
Experimental investigations of inheritance using techniques of classical genetics and molecular biology. Mendelian inheritance, bacterial genetics, PCR, Southern blotting, population genetics plus a required semester project. Emphasis on laboratory technique, data collection and analysis. One laboratory session per week plus additional lab work for the semester project. One course credit. Prerequisites Pre- or co-requisite: Biology 41. This course meets the following distribution requirements: Please note: If more than one distribution area is listed, the course can be used to satisfy ONE area only. Natural Sciences
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3.00 Credits
(Cross-listed as Biomedical Engineering 62 and Chemical and Biological Engineering 62.) Overview of key aspects of molecular biology and engineering aspects of biotechnology. Lecture topics include molecular biology, recombinant DNA techniques, immunology, cell biology, protein purification, fermentation, cell culture, combinatorial methods, and bioinformatics. (Group A.) (May be taken at the 100-level with consent; see below.) Prerequisites Permission of instructor. This course meets the following distribution requirements: Please note: If more than one distribution area is listed, the course can be used to satisfy ONE area only. Natural Sciences This course is offered during the following semesters: Fall Semester
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3.00 Credits
Please see departmental website for detailed information. This course meets the following distribution requirements: Please note: If more than one distribution area is listed, the course can be used to satisfy ONE area only. Natural Sciences This course is offered during the following semesters: Fall Semester Spring Semester
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3.00 Credits
A comparative study of vertebrate function. Physiology of selected systems, including digestion, circulation, excretion, respiration, and temperature regulation. Emphasis on physiological adaptations to the environment. Three lectures. Prerequisites Biology 13 and 14. One year of chemistry recommended. This course meets the following distribution requirements: Please note: If more than one distribution area is listed, the course can be used to satisfy ONE area only. Natural Sciences
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1.00 Credits
At least ten hours per week of guided laboratory research, generally including one hour of consultation or seminar with research supervisor and a paper. Details of individual project to be worked out with the supervisor. Gives students an opportunity to participate in biological research on the Tufts Medford/Somerville and Boston campuses. Does not satisfy laboratory or course requirement for the major in biology. May be counted as credit toward degree only. Prerequisites Three courses in biology, or equivalent, and prior permission of the course coordinator. Variable course credit. Pass-fail grading. This course meets the following distribution requirements: Please note: If more than one distribution area is listed, the course can be used to satisfy ONE area only. Natural Sciences This course is offered during the following semesters: Fall Semester
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