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3.00 Credits
A rigorous introduction to the study of evolution at the molecular level. Topics include the origin, amount, distribution and significance of molecular genetic variation within species, and use of molecular data in systematics and in testing macroevolutionary hypotheses. Prerequisite: Biol 2970 or permission of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
Basic principles of community ecology, including species interactions, spatial and temporal patterns of biodiversity, and ecosystem functioning. Analytical theory, statistical patterns, and experimental approaches are emphasized. Intended for students wanting a rigorous overview of ecological principles. Prerequisites: at least one of the following courses: Biol 3501, 372, 381, 4170, 4193, EnSt 370 or permission of instructor.
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2.00 Credits
An introduction to the study of organisms in relation to their environment, this field course focuses on the application of methods and techniques commonly used in ecological studies. Lectures focus on taxonomy, natural history, wildlife-habitat relations, hypothesis testing, experimental design, and research techniques. Field trips to local sites are made to conduct ecological studies at the level of organisms, populations, and communities. Lab time is used to process samples, collate, and analyze data. Prerequisites: Biol 381 or a comparable course with permission of the instructor.
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4.00 Credits
Design and interpretation of ecological experiments, with an emphasis on hypothesis testing, sampling methodology, and data analyses. Sessions address fundamental ecological questions and include field, greenhouse, and laboratory (microcosm) studies on a variety of taxa and ecosystems. Generally work is done before dark (5 to 6 p.m.), although occasionally goes as late as 7 p.m. Includes occasional required Saturday field trips to local sites (e.g., forests, wetlands, prairies, streams) for in-depth study. Assignments are primarily several written assignments, including final projects and in-class participation. Fulfills the upper-level laboratory requirement for the Biology major. One hour of lecture and four hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisites: permission of instructor and at least one of the following: Biol 381 (Introduction to Ecology), Biol 372 (Behavioral Ecology), EnSt 370 (Biological Conservation), Biol 4170 (Population Ecology), Biol 419 (Community Ecology), or Biol 3501 (Evolution). Credit will not be awarded for both Biol 4191 and 4193. Enrollment is limited to 15 students.
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3.00 Credits
Same as Anthro 4202
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3.00 Credits
Same as Anthro 4213
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4.00 Credits
The basic molecular and cellular aspects of the vertebrate immune system, emphasizing specificity of immune reactions, structural and genetic bases of diversity, cellular mechanisms in antigen recognition, and effector mechanisms in immunity. Other topics include regulation of immunity, allergy, autoimmunity, tissue transplantation. Prerequisites: Biol 2970 or permission of instructor, and Chem 252 (may be taken concurrently).
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3.00 Credits
Groups of five to eight students are presented with medical case studies that are then researched and discussed under faculty guidance. Students take major responsibility for their own learning within their team. Enrollment limited to 30 students. Prerequisites: Biol 3050 and some experience in molecular biology. A biology or science background is required.
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4.00 Credits
A collaborative laboratory investigation of a problem in genomics, involving generation of a large data set (either genomic sequence or microarray analysis of gene expression) and computer analysis of the data. In spring 2010, the research problem involves sequencing a region of the Drosophila grimshawi genome and analyzing by comparison to Drosophila melanogaster data to examine patterns of genome organization and gene regulation. Class meets at the WU Genome Sequencing Center during the first half of the semester and in the Biology Department the second half of the semester. Prerequisites: Biol 297A, Chem 111/112 and Chem 151/152 and permission of the instructor. While Biol 3371 or Biol 437 and some familiarity with computers would be advantageous, this is NOT required. Fulfills the upper-level laboratory requirement for the Biology major.
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4.00 Credits
Content equivalent to Biol 4342. Students electing the writing option are required to revise each of three papers (on finishing of their fosmid; gene finding in a human/chip comparison; and annotating their fosmid) at least once.
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