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3.00 Credits
The molecular biology of learning, memory, neural development and neurological disease. The course will relate the structure and function of receptors, second messangers, cytoskeletal proteins, transcription factors and gene structure to their roles in the nervous system. Prerequisite(s): A Bio 425, 312 or 341.
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3.00 Credits
Restoration ecology seeks to enhance natural recovery of damaged ecosystems. Through lectures and readings, we review the science and practice of ecological restoration, with emphasis on application of ecological principles. Prerequisite(s): 15 credits in Biology, including a course in organismal biology or ecology. May not be offered in 2008-2009.
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1.00 Credits
Demonstrations and laboratory exercises will explore tools for the design, implementation, and assessment of restoration projects in a variety of habitats. As the principal assignment, student teams will prepare a design plan for a restoration project. Pre- or co-requisite: Bio 442, or permission of instructor. May not be offered in 2008-2009.
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3.00 Credits
Current research and theoretical background in the field of plant ecology will be explored. Topics will include population and community dynamics, evolution of life history traits, physiological responses to environmental stresses, plant-animal interactions, and the role of vegetation in ecosystem processes. Prerequisite(s): A Bio 319, 391Z, or A Bio 320 or permission of instructor. May not be offered in 2008-2009.
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1.00 Credits
Field and laboratory studies will explore experimental and analytical technique used in plant ecology. Topics include population dynamics, community patterns, plant-animal interactions, and vegetation mapping. Pre-requisite or co-requisite(s): A Bio 455. May not be offered in 2008-2009.
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
Individual, independent research on selected topics in biology. Critical analysis of selected research papers. Senior majors in the department of biological sciences apply for this course through the prospective research adviser. A copy of the final written report of each semester's work, preferably typewritten in journal format, is kept on permanent file in the department. May be taken either semester. Students taking two or more semesters of A Bio 399, 399Z, 499, or 499Z will prepare a poster or make an oral presentation at the Departmental Research Symposium. A maximum of 8 credits may be earned in A Bio 499 and 499Z.
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2.00 - 4.00 Credits
Writing intensive version of A Bio 499 open to senior majors in biology who have completed a minimum of one previous semester in A Bio 399 or 499 for at least two credits. Requires permission of research adviser. Students taking two or more semesters of A Bio 399, 399Z, 499, or 499Z will prepare a poster or make an oral presentation at the Departmental Research Symposium. A maximum of 8 credits may be earned in A Bio 499 and 499Z. Prerequisite(s): A Bio 399 or 499. ?
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3.00 Credits
Topics in selected areas of the Biological Sciences. May be repeated for credit when topic varies. Does not yield credit toward the major or minor in biology.
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3.00 Credits
Non-technical introduction to the nature and role of human language in everyday life. Topics include factors which give rise to regional and social varieties, ways in which language is exploited (for example, in advertising and government,) and linguistic aspects of such fields as education, literature and computer science. Enrollment limited to freshmen and sophomores. May not be offered in 2008-2009.
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to multidisciplinary perspectives on globalization processes including, among other topics, the economic configuration of the world economy, the changing nature of the state, the transformation of home and households in transnationalism, biological constraints and environmental problems, and the impact of and responses to globalization throughout the world. The course presents the perspectives of the social sciences, humanities and natural sciences, and encourages discussion and critical thinking. This is a team-taught course. [GC]
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