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4.00 Credits
An examination of the physical and biotic features of the earth, the role of humans in affecting the planet's ecology, and the ways ecological systems affect humans. This course provides the fundamental concepts of environmental biology, along with specific examples from the natural world and human modification. Topics include the basics of the physical nature of the earth; physiological ecology, including the biochemistry and metabolism of life forms and nutrient cycles; biodiversity; interspecific relationships; population and community dynamics; ecosystem structure; pollution and environmental toxicology; resource management; and restoration design. Laboratory consists of field trips, ecological sampling techniques, ecological survey of local habitats, phytoremediation, pollution simulation, and examination of biodiversity. Does not count toward the major. Prerequisites: ES105. J. Ness
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4.00 Credits
A field, laboratory, and lecture course in which interactions among organisms and between organisms and their environment are explored. Students will observe ecological patterns and evaluate evidence and arguments for why those patterns exist. Prerequisites: BI106 or ES105 and BI240. M. Raveret Richter
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4.00 Credits
The course provides a molecular view of essential features of eukaryotic cell biology. The laboratory portion of the course is project-based and designed to expose students to current methodologies and experimental strategies commonly used in molecular biology research. The overarching goal of the course is for students to gain an understanding of the molecular nature of key fundamental processes in cell biology including i) structure and function of proteins and nucleic acids and how they interact to promote cell function; ii) protein targeting and localization; and iii) eukaryotic cell cycle and regulation of cell growth iv) cancer biology and v) cell death. Prerequisites: BI106, and CH105 or CH107H. P. Hilleren
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4.00 Credits
A comprehensive study of plants, other photosynthetic eukaryotes, and fungi. Lecture topics include biochemistry, phytochemistry and phytopharmaceutical applications, cell and molecular biology, evolutionary biology, developmental biology and life cycles, primary and secondary physiology, and ecology/biogeography. The laboratory consists of experimental and observational exercises and includes a full-day, Saturday field trip. Prerequisite: BI106. D. Domozych
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4.00 Credits
The function and structure of major systems of vertebrates considered principally from the perspective of their ability to meet environmental demands. Prerequisites: BI106, and CH105 or CH107H. R. Meyers
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4.00 Credits
A study of biological patterns of heredity explained by genes, their structure, function, and transmission from cell to cell and parent to offspring, and the expression of genetic information. Topics include an in-depth study of mitosis, meiosis, Mendelian genetics and extension of Mendelian genetics, to complex traits and their analysis in individuals and populations. Prerequisites: BI106 or permission of instructor. B. Possidente
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4.00 Credits
A comprehensive introduction to the biology of three major groups of microbes: bacteria, protists, and viruses. Microbial diversity will be explored in the context of the structure, physiology, metabolism, and molecular genetics of various microbial taxa. We will discuss microbial diseases, non-specific and specific human immune responses, and general strategies used by microbes to overcome these defenses. The final section of the course will explore key concepts in microbial ecology. Emphasis will be placed on the central role of bacteria in geochemical cycles and symbiotic associations with plants and animals. In the laboratory, students will isolate bacteria from a variety of environments (wounds, soil, etc.) and apply standard techniques used in clinical and environmental microbiology labs to study their physiology and metabolism. Prerequisite: BI106. S. Franke
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4.00 Credits
The course provides a cellular and organismal view of essential features of eukaryotic cell biology. Students will study cellular functions such as protein structure and function, cytoskeletal organization, cell migration, cellular metabolism, and cell signaling. In laboratory, students will gain experience with modern techniques for visualizing cell biological processes, with emphasis on differential interference contrast (DIC) optics, fluoresence, and confocal microscopy. Prerequisites: BI106, and CH105 or CH107H. J. Bonner
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1.00 Credits
An introductory exploration of research in the biological sciences. Students plan, design, and implement a small research project from the laboratory or field in coordination with a faculty member. This experience will allow students at various stages of their careers to sample research methodologies in particular subdisciplines of biology. Students may only take four BI275 courses in their careers and no more than two in any given semester. If more than one is taken in one semester, each BI275 must be in a different section. Prerequisites: Completion of one 100-level course in biology or requirements set forth in individual sections plus permission of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
Internship opportunity for students whose curricular foundations and experience have prepared them for professional work related to the major field. With faculty sponsorship and department approval, students may extend their educational experience into such areas as laboratory or field research, or clinical medicine. Does not count toward the major. Prerequisite: completion of at least one related 200-level course (as determined by the department). Must be taken S/U.
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