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4.00 Credits
Discussions and written assignments provide an opportunity for exploration of specific topics in depth using a seminar format. Emphasis placed on development of communication skills and ability to read and evaluate original scientific literature. Seminar topics include such areas as cell ultrastructure, immunobiology, neurobiology and environmental issues.
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4.00 Credits
A seminar course designed to integrate the results of behavioral field studies and neurobiological lab work. Problems of interest for written and oral assignments include signal detection, recognition, discrimination, localization, decision- making, coordination, orientation and the control of complex acts. Further areas of interest may include the neuronal and hormonal mechanisms underlying periodic changes in behavior, as well as the ontogeny and the evolution of behavior and its mechanisms. Offered in alternate years with BIO 490. Prerequisite: BIO 201
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4.00 Credits
This course explores several different aspects of molecular biology, with an emphasis on plant molecular biology, and plant genetic engineering through the use of soil bacterium Agrobacterium tumefaciens. The genetic components of tumor-inducing plasmids of Agrobacterium and methods to engineer this plasmid to deliver genes of interest into a plant are described. Strategies to increase and control gene expression in genetically engineered plants are outlined, along with antibody production in transgenic plants, pathogen-derived resistance, virus resistance in plants, strategies for gene isolation and phytoremediation. An overview of immunology will be presented and human gene therapy is discussed along with issues of risk assessment, genetic containment and safety. Offered fall semester.
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2.00 Credits
An overview of the use of imaging technologies in scientific data acquisition, medical diagnostics and communication. The seminar reviews the use of imaging from early microscopes, radiology, and photography to the current range of technologies from ultrastructural studies to modern medical imaging techniques, remote sensing, digital imaging and image processing. Laboratories use equipment available at Albright, including both scanning and transmission electron microscopes and provide opportunities to explore other facilities in the immediate area. Students are responsible for oral and written presentations, as well as an independent study project. The course involves three class sessions and a two-hour laboratory per week, plus additional laboratory work by arrangement. Offered spring semester.
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4.00 Credits
The behavior of animals within their natural environments is addressed, including strong emphasis on the relationships between animal behavior, ecology and evolution of various vertebrate and invertebrate taxa. Primary areas of interest include foraging behavior, mating systems, parental care, sociality, fighting and assessment, cooperation, game theory, communication, and dispersal/migratory behavior. An overview of behavioral ecology is presented in lecture format, while specific areas are explored through student presentations of readings from the current literature in the field. Students will also design, develop and present a research proposal. Offered fall semester of evenyears. Prerequisite: BIO 202 and either BIO 311 or BIO 342
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3.00 Credits
Analysis of the vertebrate immune system, including antibody structure and function, Band T-cell function, immune response mechanisms, serology, immunogenetics and immunopathology. Written and oral assignments emphasize critical analysis and discussion of current journal articles in immunobiology. Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week. Offered fall semester. Prerequisite: BIO 203 and either 321 or 343
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to chemistry through the study of relevant issues set in their political, economic, social, international and ethical context. The chemical content is presented as needed to provide a basis for the understanding of such topics as the air we breathe, the ozone layer, global warning, energy, water, acid rain, environmental pollutants, drug design and genetic engineering. Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week. Will satisfy general studies laboratory science requirement.
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3.00 Credits
A general studies laboratory course designed for student observation and comprehension of the basic physical and biological science factors influencing forensic science. Topic selection is based on the most frequently encountered scenarios for practicing forensic scientists. Lectures center around the following subjects: evidence documentation and recovery; fingerprint and impression collection; body fluid/product preservation and examination; DNA analysis; toxicology, firearms, fire, or explosion investigation; and court conduct and testimony. The laboratory comprises an introduction to the basic operations used during investigations in applied forensics. Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week.
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3.00 Credits
An intensive study of the main concepts of chemistry, this course covers qualitative and quantitative descriptions of matter and reactivity. The description of atter includes the atomic and subatomic scale (atomic structure, bonding, geometry, and intermolecular forces) and the macroscopic scale (phases of matter and solutions). Reactivity topics include basic patterns of reactivity, reaction stoichiometry and thermochemistry. Both conceptual learning and quantitative problem solving are emphasized. The laboratory program involves inorganic synthesis and qualitative analysis. Designed for the student who plans to concentrate in chemistry, biochemistry, biology or a related field. Facility with algebra is assumed. Three hours lecture, four hours laboratory and one hour recitation per week.
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3.00 Credits
A continuation of CHE 105. Four major topics are covered: kinetics, equilibrium, spontaneity and entropy, and an introduction to inorganic chemistry. Within these topics, acidbase (proton transfer equilibrium) chemistry, electrochemistry (electron transfer equilibrium) and solubility (solid-ion equilibrium) are discussed. The introduction to inorganic chemistry includes descriptive chemistry on metals and nonmetals, coordination chemistry, nuclear chemistry and environmental chemistry. The laboratory program is concerned with quantitative analysis with an introduction to the use of chemical instrumentation. Facility with algebra is assumed. Three hours lecture, four hours laboratory and one hour recitation per week. Prerequisite: CHE 105
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