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4.00 Credits
This course will deal with those aspects of human anatomy and physiology which are of special interest to women, especially those relating to sexuality and reproduction. Biological topics covered will include menstruation and menopause, female sexuality, conception, contraception, infertility, abortion, pregnancy, cancer, and AIDS. Advances in assisted reproductive technologies, hormone therapies, and genetic engineering technologies will be discussed. Not open to biology majors. This course fulfills 4 credits in the science distribution requirement and counts toward the biology minor, but not toward the major. No prerequisite. Three lecture hours per week. Offered most semesters. (4 credits)
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3.00 Credits
This course will explore fundamental concepts in cell biology, molecular genetics, and genomics by examining the scientific basis for developing and using novel biotechnologies in agriculture and medicine. Readings, lectures, discussions, and student presentations will focus on topics such as genetic manipulation of plants or animals (e.g. "terminator technology," the creation of Golden Rice, or the use of gene therapy in humans), theapplication of the polymerase chain reaction for diagnostic purposes (e.g. forensic DNA fingerprinting, paternity testing, detection of genetically modified organisms), and the social implications associated with these methods. Prerequisites: none. Three lecture hours per week. Offered occasionally. (4 credits)
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the fundamental concepts in cell biology and genetics through an exploration of the structure and function of the brain. Readings and discussion will focus on a number of topics that may include how chemicals produced in the brain affect emotions, mood and memory; and the effect of drugs on brain function including the use of neuroactive drugs in the treatment of "mental illness." Prerequisites: none. Threelecture hours per week. Offered occasionally. (4 credits)
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the fundamental concepts in cell biology and genetics through an exploration of how drugs work and are used to treat various human diseases & disorders. The course will focus on cellular communication; potential gene therapies; drug effects on physiological systems and basic pharmacological principles. The weekly discussion section will explore research methods and approaches taken in the quest to treat human disease and disorders. Prerequisites: none. Three lecture hours per week. Offered occasionally. (4 credits)
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the fundamental concepts in cell biology and genetics through an exploration of human diseases such as HIV, cancer, cystic fibrosis and diabetes. The course will focus on cellular communication; bioenergetics; and gene structure, expression and inheritance. The weekly discussion section will explore research methods and approaches taken in the quest to cure human disease. Prerequisites: none. Three lecture hours per week. Offered occasionally. (4 credits) Core Courses
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3.00 Credits
Exploration of the cellular, molecular and genetic systems of living organisms. Includes an expanded exploration of bioenergetics, molecular signaling, gene expression, and the regulation of molecular processes. Prerequisites: Biology 161 or 163 or 164 or 165 or passing the Biology Placement Exam; Chemistry 111 or passing the Chemistry Placement Exam. Three lecture hours per week and one, three-hour laboratory per week. Final offering Fall 2008. ( 4 credits)
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3.00 Credits
The anatomical structure and function of the human nervous system will be explored through analysis of human brain specimens, and artistic photographic and computer graphic representations of nervous system structures at both the microscopic and systems levels. This course is designed to provide an understanding of the neuroanatomical landmarks and features required for further study in neuroscience. It is designed for students with a strong interest in neuroscience. Prerequisites: Biology 163 (Enchanted Cortex) or Psychology 180 (Brain, Mind and Behavior) or permission of the instructor. Offered occasionally. (2 credits)
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3.00 Credits
An intensive exploration of eukaryotic and prokaryotic cell structure, chemistry, and function with an emphasis on laboratory methods, data analysis, and experimental design. Applying the same tools used to advance our understanding of modern cell biology and genetics, this lab requires students to become familiar with a mixture of biochemical, cytological, and genetic techniques as they develop testable hypothesis related to topics such as enzyme function, inheritance patterns, genome structure and gene expression, and cell-to-cell signaling. Prerequisite: co-enrollment in either Biology 260 (Genetics) or Biology 265 (Cell Biology). Every semester. (2 credits)
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3.00 Credits
An introduction of the principles of genetics, including topics from classical Mendelian concepts to the contemporary molecular biology of the gene. Three lecture hours week. Prerequisites: Chemistry 111, 112, or 115, or concurrent enrollment in Chemistry 111 or 112. (4 credits)
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the molecular and cellular processes of living organisms. Special attention is paid to problems faced by living cells in the acquisition of energy, growth and repair, reproduction and communication with other cells. Recent advances in biotechnology are also discussed. Prerequisites, Chemistry 112 or 115 or concurrent enrollment in Chemistry 112 or 115. Three lecture hours. Every semester. (4 credits)
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