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3.00 Credits
Advanced issues in neuroscience will be explored from a comparative perspective in this lecture/seminar hybrid. The major sensory modalities will be studied-from stimulus transduction to perception-asmodels of neural processing. Current research in cellular, systems-level, integrative/behavioral, and cognitive neuroscience will be emphasized. Laboratory includes an independent research project in sensory neurobiology defined, proposed, pursued, and disseminated by small research teams. Prerequisite: BIO/BFB 240 or BIO 230 and permission of the instructor. Same as BFB 330. Jinks
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3.00 Credits
The role of nucleic acids and proteins in biological processes. Current models for the organization, expression, and regulation of genes in prokaryotes and eukaryotes will be discussed. The laboratory will emphasize the use of molecular approaches and recombinant DNA methods in biological research. Prerequisite: BIO 305 and permission of the instructor. Jenik
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3.00 Credits
The course focuses on major metabolic pathways and their regulation, with emphasis on flux of metabolites and energy throughout the cell. Topics also include integration of metabolic processes; protein synthesis, modification and degradation; and diseases of metabolism. Presentation and discussion of current primary literature is a key component of the course. The laboratory includes techniques commonly used in biochemistry and molecular biology. Prerequisites: BIO 230, CHM 211, and permission of the instructor. Fields
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3.00 Credits
Molecular approaches to the study of four specialized topics, including circadian rhythms, bioinformatics, telomerase, and a topic selected by students are covered by review of current primary literature. Class meetings are organized as discussions and student presentations. Prerequisite: BIO 305 and permission of the instructor. Triman
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3.00 Credits
As the unifying principle of biology, evolution integrates levels of biological organization, with a focus on biological changes over time and the evidence of the shared evolutionary history of all living things. Topics include speciation; extinction; population processes of selection and adaptation, genomics and the molecular basis of evolution; evolutionary developmental biology; sexual selection; life history evolution; and the application of evolution to medicine. Prerequisite: BIO 110 and permission of the instructor. Ardia
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3.00 Credits
Behavioral ecology is an integrative discipline that synthesizes ecology, evolution, and physiology into the study of the origin and persistence of behaviors. We will study the fitness consequences of behavior, with particular attention to the study of adaptation, sexual selection, evolutionary tradeoffs and constraints, and life histories. We will examine the interplay between proximate control and ultimate consequences of behavior. The course will focus heavily on peer-reviewed literature. Prerequisite: Bio 110 and permission of instructor. Same as BFB 337. Ardia
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3.00 Credits
A course in basic and applied forest ecology, with particular emphasis on forest communities, ecosystems, and landscapes. Topics include forest environments, tree physiology and growth, ecosystem productivity, biogeochemistry, disturbance regimes, regeneration processes, and the history of eastern North American forests. The laboratory includes local field trips, multi-week projects, and a voluntary trip to New England over fall break. Prerequisites: BIO 110, BIO 220, and permission of the instructor. Same as ENV 342. Sipe
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3.00 Credits
This seminar utilizes a problem-solving approach to learning neuroanatomy by relating structure to function and functional disorders using data from carefully documented clinical cases. Seminar meetings will include student-led clinical case presentations, analysis of clinical localization, analysis of associated neuroimaging, and discussion of clinical course and prognosis. The course will culminate with a class-wide debate on the biological basis of the mind. Non-traditional writing will be emphasized. Prerequisite: BIO/BFB 240 or BFB/PSY 302 and permission of the instructor. Same as BFB 343. Jinks
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3.00 Credits
Independent research directed by the Biology staff at either the junior (390) or senior (490) level. May count as a laboratory elective toward the Biology major. Permission of chairperson required. Gene Regulation. Medical Genetics and the Plain People. Tropical Biology.
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3.00 Credits
Exploration of a chosen topic in biology with reading directed by a member of the Biology Department staff. May count as a seminar elective toward the Biology major. Permission of chairperson required.
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