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BIO 501 - Animal Physiology
A study of physiological processes and their regulation in animals.
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Credits: 3
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BIO 502 - Animal Physiology Laboratory
Laboratory examination of physiological mechanisms in animals.
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Credits: 2
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BIO 505 - Animal Behavior
This course is a study of the principles of behavioral organization in vertebrate and invertebrate animals, with emphasis on behavior under natural conditions.
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Credits: 3
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BIO 506 - Animal Behavior Laboratory
This course is a laboratory and field examination of behavioral principles in animals.
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Credits: 2
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BIO 507 - Environmental Modulation of Developmental Mechanisms
This is a molecular genetic analysis of development focusing on an integrative approach toward understanding the evolution of developmental mechanisms.
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Credits: 3
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BIO 509 - Cell and Molecular Biology
A study of the eukaryotic cell at the level of organelles and molecules. The biochemical aspects of cell growth and reproduction are emphasized.
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Credits: 3
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BIO 510 - Cell and Molecular Biology Laboratory
A course in which the techniques of cell fractionation and biochemical analyses are applied to the eukaryotic cell.
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BIO 513 - Applied Biostatistics
This course is an introduction to the application of classical and modern statistics to biological problems.
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BIO 515 - Microbial Ecology
The course begins with an examination of microbial evolution and biodiversity, and explores the interactions of microorganisms in populations and communities, with other organisms, and with the environment, including an examination of physiological adaptations and biogeochemical cycles.
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BIO 516 - Microbial Ecology Laboratory
This companion lab course to BIO 515 Microbial Ecology is designed as a hands-on project lab to introduce students to a variety of methods used in microbial ecology. There are field, lab, computer and written components to the projects that will be carried out over the semester. Microscopic, cell culture, molecular, and bioinformatics methods will be employed.
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Credits: 2
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BIO 517 - Issues in Evolution
This course surveys major issues that motivate current research in evolutionary biology, providing a historical analysis of active areas of controversy and alternative points of view. The course is based on selected readings in the theoretical and experimental literature of the field, from primary and classical sources.
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BIO 519 - Human Evolution
This course explores the fossil, genetic, and paleoanthropological evidence for current reconstructions of the history and evolution of all primates and of one primate in particular, Homo sapiens. Students will retrace the emergence of hominins and Homo sapiens in Africa, out of Africa, and across the world.
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BIO 523 - Topics in Genetics
This course covers selected topics in genetics, including chromosomes, transposons, genetic regulation, genomics, genomic and karyotypic evolution, break repair, meiotic recombination, gene conversion, and some quantitative genetics.
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Credits: 3
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BIO 531 - Principles of Immunology
An introduction to the fundamentals of immunology, especially as they relate to human diseases. Topics include history of immunology, basic elements of immune systems, principles of natural and acquired immunity, cellular and molecular basis of B cell and T cell development and diversity, and clinical aspects of immunology.
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Credits: 3
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BIO 532 - Immunology Laboratory
This laboratory course is designed to enable students to gain experience with immunological techniques. Course emphasis will be on experimental design and the clinical and research applications of the procedures used.
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Credits: 2
Course Typically Offered: Fall
Course Type: Biology
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BIO 545 - Advanced Pathophysiology
This course is a study of the physiological, genetic, biochemical, and environmental basis of diseases. Systems to be covered include reproductive, gastrointestinal, respiratory, cardiovascular, nervous, and skeletomuscular.
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Credits: 3
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BIO 601 - Research Methods in Biology
This course introduces students to faculty members’ research. Students will study the philosophy of science, experimental design, data analysis and interpretation, and writing and assessment of scientific papers.
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BIO 602 - Ethical Issues in Biology
This course examines a variety of ethical issues arising in biology today, including those related to general scientific research, biotechnology, medicine, and the environment.
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Credits: 2
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BIO 621 - Graduate Seminar
This course reviews the literature pertinent to topics of biology. Graduate students must complete at least two different seminars.
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Credits: 2-3
May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
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BIO 650 - Internship
In this course, students apply their learning to a practical context under supervision of a faculty member.
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Credits: 1-3.
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BIO 660 - Graduate Independent Study
Independent work on a special topic as arranged by the student, advisor, and committee.
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Credits: 1-6
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BIO 697 - Literature Review
This course involves preparation of a review paper based on current biological literature.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the graduate advisor.
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Credits: 1-6
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BIO 698 - Thesis Research
This course involves thesis research and preparation. Enrollment is required each term in which the thesis is in progress.
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Credits: 1-6
May be repeated for credit, but no more than six credits will apply to the degree.
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