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3.00 Credits
Students will be given an opportunity to design and execute a research project in biochemistry in collaboration with a faculty member. In addition to extensive laboratory research, readings and discussion of primary literature and writing of both research proposals and scientific papers will be pursued. Prerequisites: junior or senior standing, Biology/Chemistry 351 (Biochemistry I) and permission of the instructor. Spring semester. (4 credits)
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3.00 Credits
This course offers an opportunity to work with a faculty member on current research in neuroscience. Extensive laboratory research, readings and discussion of the scientific literature related to the research area are undertaken. A research project is selected in consultation with the instructor. Prerequisites: junior or senior standing, Biology 367 (Human Physiology) and Biology 356 (Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience), and Chemistry 211 and permission of the instructor. Offered occasionally. (4 credits)
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3.00 Credits
An exploration of one of the central organizing ideas of modern biology-the theory of evolution. Topics that will be covered include natural and sexual selection, adaptation, comparative methods, phylogeny, speciation, population genetics, molecular evolution, the origin of life, and others. The course will consist of lectures and discussions based on readings drawn from a variety of sources with an emphasis on primary literature. Three lecture/discussion hours per week. Prerequisites: junior or senior standing and Biology 270 (Biodiversity & Evolution) and Biology 285 (Ecology), or permission of the instructor. Spring semester. (4 credits)
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3.00 Credits
In this seminar, students will examine many of the ideas and theories that are currently defining the fields of ecology, conservation biology, and restoration ecology. This course is designed for a variety of students interested in environmental education, environmental issues, conservation, restoration, ecological research, and graduate school in any of those areas. Classes will consist of lectures, discussions, readings from the primary literature, student presentations, a group field project, and an occasional field trip. Students will also gain experience writing research proposals. Prerequisites: junior or senior standing, Biology 285 (Ecology) and at least one other upper-level field course with a lab. Most Spring semesters. (4 credits)
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3.00 Credits
This seminar integrates physiological mechanisms, behavior, ecological processes, and evolutionary history to understand how and why animals work the way they do and why they are distributed the way they are. We will examine the diverse mechanisms by which animals exchange material and energy with their environments (e.g. thermal relations, gas exchange, water balance) and how they maintain homeostasis. Student presentations will focus on unique physiological systems (e.g. echolocation) and/or physiological adaptations to unique environments (e.g. the deep sea). Prerequisites: Biology 255 (Cell Biology & Genetics Laboratory), Biology 265 (Cell Biology), Biology 270 (Biodiversity and Evolution), and Biology 285 (Ecology). Offered occasionally. (4 credits)
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3.00 Credits
This is an advanced course that will focus on the study of drugs used to alter the central nervous system. The course will begin with basic pharmacological principles and then concentrate on the various uses of drugs to alter brain neurochemistry. Topics for discussion will include the pharmacological treatment of schizophrenia, depression, pain, anxiety and generally, the neurochemical basis of behavior. In addition to discussion of the use of drugs for clinical purposes, a significant amount of time will be spent on the use of "drugs of abuse" (e.g.cocaine, marijuana, LSD). While the focus of the course will be on the biochemical mechanisms of these drugs, an effort will be made to investigate and discuss the sociological ramifications of drug use. Three discussion/lecture hours per week. Prerequisites: Biology 356 (Cellular Molecular Neuroscience), Psychology 248, junior or senior standing or permission of the instructor. Alternate spring semesters. Not offered 2008-2009. (4 credits)
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3.00 Credits
A weekly seminar series at which invited professionals speak on a wide range of biologically related topics. The seminar is intended to enhance students' knowledge in biology and also to demonstrate how a biological background can be applied to a wide variety of career paths. Majors are required to take two semesters. Prerequisites: junior or senior standing, with the added requirements that students cannot enroll prior to their fifth semester and they must enroll during at least one of their final two semesters. S/NC grading. Can be taken no more than twice for credit. Every semester. (1 credit)
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2.00 Credits
This is an opportunity for students to do independent study or research on a biological topic. This may be done in the department under the direct supervision of a faculty member; it may be done at another college or university or similar institution under direct supervision; or in certain circumstances it may be done off campus with minimal direct supervision. Given the nature of independent projects, students need to demonstrate they have the necessary academic background, including appropriate coursework, in the area they are interested in pursuing before an independent will be approved. A special section will be offered for students conducting research during January of their senior year for 2 credits. This section is required for all students conducting an honors project in the department but may also be taken by students working on their senior presentation. Prerequisite: sponsorship by a biology faculty member. Every semester. (2-4 credits)
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35.00 Credits
This is an opportunity for students to work with professionals in the biological field outside of academia. Students will work with a faculty sponsor and their site supervisor to develop a set of learning goals, strategies to meet these goals, and methods of evaluation for the internship, including the nature of the final product. An internship is an excellent way for students to apply knowledge learned in the classroom and laboratory, to learn more biology, and to explore career options. The internship may be undertaken during a semester, during January, or during the summer and must encompass at least 35 hours of work by the student for each credit earned (140 hours for 4 credits). Prerequisite: sponsorship by a biology faculty member. S/NC grading only. Every semester. (1-4 credits)
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4.00 Credits
Independent research, writing, or other preparation leading to the culmination of the senior honors project. Every semester. (1-4 credits)
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