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Study of the embryonic development of the vertebrates including man, using the frog, the chick, and the pig as types. Prerequisite: BIO-311 or permission of instructor.

An integrated lecture/laboratory course that provides a thorough analysis of the factors governing trait inheritance in plant and animal life. Prerequisite: BIO-125. Core course for Biology Majors.

This is a one-semester course that addresses the principles of modern virology. Topics will include replication strategies, virus structure, pathogenicity and transmission of viruses, antiviral immunity, and viral evasion. Prerequisite BIO-351.

Studying human cadavers provides a unique experience for upper-level undergraduate students to advance and enrich their understanding of the human body. Students will identify key anatomical structures associated with each of the organ systems. Function and integration within the body will also be studied. This is an intensive dissection-based course to allow students the opportunity to explore the gross structure of the human body in-depth. Prerequisite: BIO-311 with at least a B+.

Significantly emphasizing laboratory techniques, this course is designed to follow either CHE-432 or BIO-351. Biomedical research topics that will be discussed and accompanied by hands-on laboratory experiments include recombinant DNA technology/genetic engineering, cloning, and basic bioinformatics.

A one-semester course which addresses the chemical and structural relationship of antigens and antibodies, the basis for immunological tolerance, T-cell development, B-cell development, autoimmune disease, cancer, and AIDS. Prerequisites: BIO-125 and either BIO-312 or BIO-403.

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Individually arranged reading, problem solving, or research in biology. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

Ecological foundations and techniques for ecosystem and biotic community restoration. Application of ecological principles and environmental ethics to redeeming and restoring damaged ecosystems and endangered species. A field laboratory practicum is included. (At Au Sable)

This course is intended to help science majors to synthesize, integrate, and apply their scientific understanding. The course will focus on advanced topics and on the ethical and social implications of science. Some emphasis will be given to research and to written and oral communication skills as used in the sciences. The Major Field Achievement Test in biology may be administered as a part of this course. The course is required of all majors. Prerequisite: Senior standing, science major, and completion of at least one course in the major at or above the 300 level.

Internships in environmental science provide an opportunity for experiential learning meant to allow students to gain hands-on experience and to provide opportunities to connect theory and practice connections. Whether on or off campus, an internship provides a chance to gain hands-on experience in a career path, to network and make professional connections. Supervised by both a departmental faculty sponsor and an on-site supervisor, a project plan will be established with learning goals, opportunities for reflection and a final product. Prerequisites: BIO-206

This laboratory-based course is designed for biology majors who plan on graduate-level work in biology or other related medical sciences. Each student will participate in a faculty-led research project in his/her area of interest. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. Course may be repeated but only a total of 2 credit hours may be applied toward the Biology Major or minor.