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3.00 Credits
Study of relationships of people with nature; extensive treatment of world and national problems related to use of natural resources. Basic approach is ecological, but impact of economic, sociological, political, and ethical concepts on human ecology examined. Note: Students in any Biology degree program may earn elective credit for only one of BIOL 343, 345 or 360.
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1.00 Credits
A survey of the more important protozoan and helminth parasites of humans. Special emphasis is given to epidemiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment of common parasitic diseases.
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3.00 Credits
The course will examine infectious diseases whose incidence in humans has increased within the past two decades. The course will focus on the etiological agents, infectious disease process, epidemiology, and the factors associated with the emergence and reemergence of these infectious diseases.
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3.00 Credits
Discussion of the many ways AIDS and STDs (sexually transmitted diseases) have affected people and the societies in which they live. The course includes information about human physiology, immune defense mechanisms, and microbiology. Detailed biological discussions focus on the transmission of AIDS and STDs, disease symptoms, treatment, and prevention, as well as information on the historical accounts, global and regional impact, ethical, legal and public policy considerations, economic impact of AIDS and STDs, and the psychosocial impact on the individual, family and community. For non-majors only.
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3.00 Credits
Technological advancements such as in vitro fertilization (IVF), genetic engineering, and stem cell research have opened the door to many healthy debates about technological capabilities and the development of the embryo. To make informed judgments and participate effectively in debating these issues people should understand the science behind the ethical debates. The course is not about deciding what is right or wrong, but to provide a scientific basis for informed discussion.
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3.00 Credits
The genetic makeup and environment in which humans develop makes each person unique. How do variations in these factors contribute to our physical and mental health? From a historical perspective, students will discuss how scientists and physicians study genes and genomes as well as how society reacts to the hope, hype, and fear surrounding these breakthroughs.
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1.00 Credits
Current biochemical research papers are analyzed in a journal club (open discussion) format. This course will help students to develop critical reading skills and underscore how an array of biochemical techniques are applied to address a research problem. Faculty from both biology and chemistry participate in this seminar.
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0.00 - 99.00 Credits
No course description available.
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3.00 Credits
A lecture and field course on the natural history and ecology of the neotropics. Students examine several terrestrial and marine tropical ecosystems, including lowland rain forests, elfin forests, mangrove communities, and coral reefs. Each student completes a field project and journal. One lecture per week during the semester followed by a two-week field experience in Costa Rica during winter break. Students are responsible for travel expenses. Restricted to majors with junior or senior standing.
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3.00 Credits
How animals maintain homeostasis in a non-homeostatic world. After a general introduction to mechanisms of cellular regulation and energetics the class will discuss specific physiological systems (respiratory, cardiovascular, osmoregulatory, etc.) and compare the modes and strategies employed by different animal groups in responding to changes in external environment. Particular attention directed to adaptations to marginal habitats, e.g. marine intertidal, deep sea hydrothermal vents, hot desert.
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