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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.

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.

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.