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4.00 Credits
The course explores the theory and process of biological evolution. Topics to be covered include adaptation, variation at the DNA to population levels, the population genetics of microevolution, and the origin of new species. Macroevolution will be examined through the fossil record, modern phylogenetic techniques, the origin of novelty, and human evolution. Four hours of combined lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: Biology 208 and either Biology 207 or permission of the instructor. Enrollment limited to 16 students. Offered annually. P. Barnes
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4.00 Credits
Genetic and learned aspects of animal behavior will be examined in an ecological and evolutionary context. Topics include animal communication, territorial and reproductive behavior, complex social systems and sensory capabilities. Laboratory work will consist of field trips and an independent project. Three lectures; three hours field and laboratory work. Prerequisite: Biology 105 or permission of the instructor. Not open to freshmen. Enrollment limited to 13 students. Offered in 2008-2009 and alternate years. R. Askins
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10.00 Credits
Library research and discussion of current topics beyond the basic curriculum in biological sciences, carried out under the direction of a faculty member. A research paper is required. Ten hours of work per week expected. Prerequisite: Arrange with faculty member prior to registration. A brief description of the proposed project required for departmental approval. Offered by individual arrangement.
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2.00 Credits
Lectures and discussions on current research in the life sciences. Presentations by visiting scientists, Connecticut College faculty and student researchers. Preparation of pre-lecture questions through background readings and post-lecture summaries required. One meeting per week throughout the semester. Two hours of credit, marked as pass/not passed. These courses may be taken for a maximum of four credits. Offered every semester. Biology and Botany Faculty
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2.00 Credits
This course focuses on the molecular, cellular, genetic and evolutionary aspects of developmental processes in microbes, animals and plants. Specific topics include: embryogenesis, stem cells, gene expression regulation, and cell signaling. Investigative experiments and independent projects on live animals and plants will be emphasized in the laboratory. Two hours lecture; four hours laboratory. Prerequisite: Biology 106 and 208. Enrollment limited to 12 students per laboratory section. D. Eastman
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4.00 Credits
Students will explore the ecology and biota of local marine environments through field work and individual research projects. The course will focus on biological responses to environmental challenges, and will explore the roles of diversity, trophic structure, and productivity in marine systems. Critical evaluation of primary literature will be emphasized. Two lectures; four hours field or laboratory work. Prerequisite: Biology 207. Enrollment limited to 12 students. A. Bernhard
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4.00 Credits
An introduction to the physical, chemical and biological characteristics of lacustrine environments. A comparative approach, integrating field, laboratory and classroom investigations, to analyze similarities and differences in freshwater ecosystems. Interaction of environmental factors in controlling the distributions of organism, trophic dynamics, eutrophication, acidification, lake ontogeny, analyses of catchments and paleolimnological topics. Two lectures; four hours field or laboratory work. Overnight field trip required. Prerequisite: Biology 105 and one additional course in Biology or Botany which may be taken concurrently. Enrollment limited to 12 students. Offered in alternate years. P. Siver
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2.00 Credits
A comprehensive study of the molecular mechanisms of basic cellular functions involved in human health and disease. Topics include DNA structure, replication, damage and repair and gene expression. Two hours of lecture and one four-hour laboratory. The laboratory teaches recombinant DNA methods, including molecular cloning, and incorporates a class research project involving a DNA library screen in yeast. Prerequisite: Biology 106, 208, Chemistry 103, 104, or 107, 204, 223. Chemistry 223 may be taken concurrently or in special circumstances may be waived with permission of the instructor. Enrollment limited to 12 students per laboratory section. Offered annually. M. Grossel
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4.00 Credits
This course will integrate aspects of molecular biology, ecology and evolution. Students will explore the use of molecular techniques, including genomics, to address ecological questions through student- designed experiments and critical evaluation of published studies. Students will also discuss the role of molecular ecology in conservation biology and population genetics. Prerequisite: Biology 207 or 208. Enrollment limited to 12 students. Offered in 2007-2008 and alternate years. A. Bernhard
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4.00 Credits
This is the same course as Psychology 314. Refer to the Psychology listing for a course description.
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