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This is a project-driven laboratory course that introduces students to the world of mammalian cell culture . In addition to learning basic cell culture techniques , students will use cell viability assays , |
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BIO-402L |
Molecular Biology of the Cell |
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spectrophotometry , RNA isolation , reverse transcription PCR , and DNA
Take BIO-402 . ( Required , Previous or gel electrophoresis to investigate important research questions in cell concurrent ). biology . Students will also gain experience in experimental design , data analysis , presentation of experimental results , and maintenance of a detailed laboratory notebook . 3 laboratory hours per week .
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BIO-414 Infectious Diseases 3
BIO-415 Developmental Biology 3
BIO-415L Developmental Biology 1
A mixed lecture and case study approach to human infectious disease . The course explores the processes of transmission , pathogenesis , interaction with the immune response , and evolution of infectious
Take BIO-203 BIO-203L BIO-305 BIOmicroorganisms . Specifically , the course is focused upon hostpathogen relationships , transmission dynamics , and mechanism of
305L . ( Required , Previous ). disease emergence . 3 lecture hours per week . Offered in alternate spring semesters . A study into the biochemical , molecular and genetic factors that regulate organismal growth and development . The field of classical embryology will be combined with molecular biology to investigate the mechanisms by which DNA dictates organism form and function . The course will cover topics including cell fate determination and differentiation , fertilization , embryogenesis , pattern formation , the regulation of gene expression during development , plant and animal cell lineages , tissue and organ formation , gene rearrangements in adult cells , aging , and developmental responses to the environment . Molecular mechanisms of development will be examined in species ranging from bacteria to higher plants and animals . Offered in the spring semester . 3 lecture hours per week .
The laboratory is designed to supplement the material presented in the developmental biology lecture by introducing students to the fundamental model systems utilized in the study of developmental processes . Patterns of development will be investigated in both plant and animal species using both prepared specimens and living models . 3 laboratory hours per week . Offered in the spring semester .
Take BIO-251 BIO-402 CHM-301 . ( Required , Previous ). | Take BIO- 415L . ( Required , Concurrent ).
Take BIO-415 . ( Required , Previous or concurrent ).