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  • 1.00 - 3.00 Credits

    Provides practical experience in selected biological fields by working with a professional to help bridge the gap between academic and the world of work. Prerequisites: LIFE 2020 and consent of instructor.
  • 1.00 - 3.00 Credits

    For advanced students. Students assist GAs and professors in laboratory preparation and demonstration in undergraduate teaching labs. Prerequisites: LIFE 2020 and consent of instructor.
  • 2.00 Credits

    A survey of the use of protozoa and in vitro mammalian cell cultures to understand principles of developmental genetics and epigenetic phenomena. Cytoplasmic particles, dauer-modification and biological clocks are discussed. Student presentations are required. Prerequisite: BIOL 2020 and BIOL 4000.
  • 3.00 Credits

    General statistical analyses and their application to the biological and behavioral sciences. Analysis of variance, regression and correlation methods are studied from a data analytic perspective, emphasizing the conceptual understanding of where and when these techniques should be used and the interpretation of their results. Available computer programs will be utilized. Credit cannot be earned in more than one of the following courses: STAT 2110, 3050, 5050, 5060, 5070, 5080. Cross listed with STAT 5050. Prerequisite: 1 course in statistics: STAT 2050, 2070, or 5520 preferred.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Explores fundamental concepts in evolutionary biology including evolutionary ecology, population genetics, and speciation with an emphasis on both theoretical frameworks and practical applications. Discussion included. Cross listed with ECOL/BOT 5060. Prerequisite: graduate student in good standing.
  • 4.00 Credits

    Understanding the structure and interconnections within the nervous system, and how structure gives rise to the complex functions mediated by the brain. Essential feature of neuroscience. Covers gross anatomy of the central and peripheral nervous system, followed by detailed consideration of the divisions of the brain and their functional significance. Cross listed with ZOO 5100. Prerequisites: admission to the graduate neuroscience program, or graduate standing in another related program, or permission for undergraduate enrollment following discussion with the instructor.
  • 4.00 Credits

    In addition to attendance in the lecture component of this course , graduate students will be expected to participate in in-depth weekly discussions of the scientific literature and to prepare a research grant proposal on a specific topic. Prerequisite: A course in systemic anatomy and physiology or consent of instructor. Dual listed with ZOO 4120. Cross listed ANSC 5120.
  • 4.00 Credits

    Examines how functional organ systems are coordinated and integrated to establish and maintain health. Considers, among others, the functions of the endocrine and central nervous systems. Prerequisites: C Grade or higher in ZOO 3115; and/or a Pharmacy 1 standing; Graduate students must have permission from the instructor.
  • 4.00 Credits

    Acquaints students with current methods of microscopical cell study, including pertinent theory. Laboratory work provides opportunity to acquire skill in processing tissues by routine paraffin procedures, selective staining of cell constituents, enzymatic digestion and chemical extraction, phase-contrast microscopy, and other techniques. Requires special research project. Prerequisite: BIOL 2020 and consent. Dual listed with ZOO 4140.
  • 4.00 Credits

    Studies microscopic structure of the principal types of tissues. Correlates structure and function. Most laboratory preparations are from human tissues. Dual listed with ZOO 4140. Prerequisite: LIFE 2022 or 2023.