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3.00 Credits
An in-depth examination of the structure and function of biomolecules: chemical and physical properties of proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids; enzyme kinetics and mechanisms; metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, and amino acids and the metabolic relationships of organ systems. Three lectures. Prerequisites Biology 13 and Chemistry 50 or 51. 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
(Cross-listed as Chemical and Biological Engineering 162 and Biomedical Engineering 162.) 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.) Includes a semester-long technical project and oral presentation. (Also offered as lower-level.) 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
(Cross-listed as Chemical and Biological Engineering 163 and Biomedical Engineering 163.) This lecture and laboratory course is designed to familiarize the student with methods employed to produce recombinant products. The lectures cover fundamental aspects of the recombinant DNA methodologies used in the laboratory as well as some commercial applications of the techniques. The laboratory provides hands-on experience with the key skills used in genetic engineering including DNA isolation, restriction enzyme mapping, cloning and selection, protein expression, gel electrophoresis, polymerase chain reaction, DNA sequencing, and related techniques. Cannot be taken for credit if Biology 50 is taken for credit. 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: First Summer Semester
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3.00 Credits
(Cross-listed as Environmental Studies 164.) An intermediate-level introduction to the biology of marine organisms. Following a detailed survey of major marine animal and plant groups, the course will consider aspects of biology that are particularly relevant to marine organisms: adaptation to salinity and temperature fluctuation, bioluminescence and its ecological significance, locomotory mechanics, food-chain dynamics, dispersal and substrate selection, and control of species diversity. 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
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3.00 Credits
(Cross-listed as Biomedical Engineering 168 and Chemical and Biological Engineering 168.) Laboratory experience with techniques in biotechnology processing: fermentation of recombinant E. coli cells, hybridoma cell culture, purification of proteins and antibodies and related analytical procedures. Laboratories accompanied by lectures and relevant readings to cover the underlying principles. Counts as laboratory course for biology major. 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
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3.00 Credits
(Cross-listed as Biomedical Engineering 169 and Chemical and Biological Engineering 169.) Seminar course. Journal articles on current biotechnology-related research are reviewed. Leading researchers in the field present seminars, and students assess future research directions based on in-depth review of articles and presentations. (Group A.) Prerequisites Biology 62/162 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 Chemistry 171.) First course in two-course sequence. Chemistry of biological molecules: proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, nucleic acids, etc. Mechanisms of enzyme and ribozyme catalysis. Metabolic pathways, integrated metabolic systems, and molecular physiology. One course. Prerequisites Biology 13, Chemistry 52. 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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1.00 Credits
(Cross-listed as Chemistry 172.) Continuation of Biology 171. One course. Prerequisites Biology 171. 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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3.00 Credits
(Cross-listed as Biomedical Engineering 164 and Chemical and Biological Engineering 164.) Covers synthesis, characterization, and functional properties of organic and inorganic biomaterials and the process of tissue engineering. Fundamental issues related to the utility of biomaterials are explored based on their biocompatability, stability, interfaces, and fate in the body. Clinical applications for biomaterials are explored, as are new directions in design and synthesis to achieve better biocompatibility. Testing methods, regulatory issues, legal constraints, and emerging research directions are also discussed. 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
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3.00 Credits
Study of processes involved in mammalian inflammatory reactions. Reading and discussion of the current literature will be emphasized. Selected topics include leukocyte chemotaxis and phagocytosis, generation of inflammatory agents, allergic reactions, autoimmune diseases, and basic immunologic processes. 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: Spring Semester
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