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BIO 400 Immunology

This course examines the principles of innate and adaptive immunity including conserved pathogen recognition systems, generation of antigen receptors through somatic recombination, clonal selection of T and B lymphocytes, and immunological disorders such as immunodeficiency, autoimmunity, allergy, and transplant rejection. Three hours of lecture per week.

3

Prerequisites

BIO 206 and 276 or BIO 208 and 278, all with a C- or higher; CHM 208 and 278

BIO 405 Ecology, Evolution, and Culture of East Africa

East Africa is one of the planet's richest sites of human and nonhuman ecological histories and provides the ideal space to study diversity and difference. Topics will include evolution and ecology, marine ecology, land use conflict, and sustainability. Fulfills requirements for upper-division BIO field lab and capstone Counts towards 3 credits in CAS core science; 3 credits in upper-division elective in Environmental Studies; and 3 credits in upper-division Biology elective. Fee: $7,233
3

Corequisites

CST 405

BIO 408 Endocrinology

This course provides an introduction to endocrinology, covering the physiologic effects of hormones in health and disease. By the end of the course, students will be able to describe: (1) the structure and function of hormones; (2) the signaling pathways of hormones; (3) the regulatory mechanisms of hormones; and (4) the consequences of disruption of normal levels of hormones. Three hours of lecture per week.

3

Prerequisites

BIO 305

BIO 415 Readings in Biology

Topics in biology, including medicine, ecology, animal behavior, biochemistry, genetics and evolution. One hour of discussion per week.

1

Prerequisites

BIO 208 and BIO 278 or BIO 206 and 276, all with a C- or higher

BIO 418 Biology of Exercise

This course examines the mechanisms that underlie physiological changes following acute and chronic exercise and other forms of stress. Emphasis is placed on the interrelationships of the skeletal, muscular, nervous, respiratory, circulatory, endocrine, and digestive systems. Three hours of lecture per week.

Prerequisites

BIO 306

BIO 442 Ecology

Principles of ecology including structure and function of ecosystems, ecosystem development, behavioral ecology, and population biology. Three hours of lecture per week.

3

Prerequisites

BIO 208 and BIO 278 or BIO 206 and 276, all with a C- or higher

Corequisites

BIO 472 may be taken concurrently.

BIO 445 Molecular Genetics

Principles of eukaryotic and prokaryotic genetics, including the nature of the genetic material, gene expression and regulation, mutation and repair, and molecular genetics techniques. Three hours of lecture per week.

3

Prerequisites

BIO 208 and BIO 278 or BIO 206 and 276, all with a C- or higher, and CHM 325

Corequisites

BIO 333 may be taken concurrently.

BIO 447 Cancer Biology

Exploration of the molecular, cellular, and genetic changes that are thought to cause tumors by disrupting normal cell division and function. Students will apply basic concepts they mastered in previous course work, such as principles of evolution, metabolism, and gene regulation, by critically evaluating a variety of primary literature articles in areas of current research in cancer biology.

3

Prerequisites

BIO 208 and BIO 278 or BIO 206 and 276, all with a C- or higher, and Bio 330 or 354.

BIO 453 Evolution

Required capstone course for Biology majors. Includes coverage of sources of genetic variation, speciation, phylogenetic analyses, and extinction. Students are strongly encouraged to take their sub-cellular lab requirement before they take this course. Students are required to take the course during the Senior year. Three hours of lecture per week.

3

Prerequisites

BIO 208 and BIO 278 or BIO 206 and 276, all with a C- or higher

BIO 470 Immunology Lab

This course uses current techniques in immunology including cell culture, microscopy, ELISA, and flow cytometry to explore the structure, function, and interactions of cells of the innate and adaptive immune system. Three hours of lab per week. Fee: $70. 

1

Prerequisites

BIO 206 and 276 or BIO 208 and 278, all with a C- or higher, and CHM 208 and 278

Corequisites

BIO 400

BIO 472 Ecology Lab

Laboratory and field investigation of community structure, productivity, and population dynamics. Three hours of lab per week. Fee: $70

1

Prerequisites

BIO 208 and BIO 278 or BIO 206 and 276, all with a C- or higher

Corequisites

BIO 442

BIO 477 Human Anatomy Dissection

Completion of BIO 365 and BIO 366 and permission of the instructor required. Students engage in independent dissection of human cadavers to gain a more in-depth and comprehensive understanding of the human body. Fee: $70

1

Prerequisites

BIO 365 and BIO 366

BIO 493 Research

Faculty-directed student research. Before enrolling, a student must consult with a faculty member to define the project. Instructor permission required. May be repeated for credit. Fee: $70

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Prerequisites

BIO 208 and BIO 278 or BIO 206 and 276, all with a C- or higher

BIO 497 Internship

Intensive field experience in academia, selected industries or agencies. Department permission and supervision is required. Students may receive an IP (In-Progress) grade until completion of their internship.

Prerequisites

BIO 208 and BIO 278 or BIO 206 and 276, all with a C- or higher

BIO 499 Senior Thesis

Preparation of a scholarly thesis document with a public presentation of results from research, study, or original work under the direction of a faculty mentor. Requires approval of thesis director, department chair, and the director of the honors program, when appropriate.

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Prerequisites

Senior standing; 3.0 G.P.A. in the thesis area or good standing in the honors program.