Graduate Program

Spring Term Schedule

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Spring 2024

Number	Title	Instructor	Time
BIOL 405-1 Evolution James Fry TR 2:00PM - 3:15PM
History of evolutionary thought; genetics of populations; phylogenetic reconstruction; origin and history of life; evolution of social behavior and species interactions; mechanisms of speciation; human evolution. Students must also sign up for a recitation when registering for the lecture. Prerequisites: A year of introductory biology and facility in precalculus mathematics. BIO 190 or BIO 198 strongly recommended. Location Gavett Hall Room 310 (TR 2:00PM - 3:15PM)
BIOL 405-2 Evolution - Recitation James Fry M 3:25PM - 4:40PM
Fundamentals of Evolution. Topics include the history of evolutionary thought, population and quantitative genetics, molecular evolution, the history of life, speciation, and human evolution. Location Lechase Room 181 (M 3:25PM - 4:40PM)
BIOL 405-3 Evolution - Recitation James Fry W 9:00AM - 10:15AM
Fundamentals of Evolution. Topics include the history of evolutionary thought, population and quantitative genetics, molecular evolution, the history of life, speciation, and human evolution. Location Hylan Building Room 303 (W 9:00AM - 10:15AM)
BIOL 405-4 Evolution - Recitation James Fry T 9:40AM - 10:55AM
Fundamentals of Evolution. Topics include the history of evolutionary thought, population and quantitative genetics, molecular evolution, the history of life, speciation, and human evolution. Location Genesee Hall Room 309 (T 9:40AM - 10:55AM)
BIOL 405-5 Evolution - Recitation James Fry W 4:50PM - 6:05PM
Fundamentals of Evolution. Topics include the history of evolutionary thought, population and quantitative genetics, molecular evolution, the history of life, speciation, and human evolution. Location Meliora Room 218 (W 4:50PM - 6:05PM)
BIOL 419L-1 Genomics of Quant Traits W/LAB Ryan Bickel MW 12:30PM - 1:45PM
Human body size, behavior and many diseases are quantitative traits; they vary continuously and are determined by a large number of genes. The study of quantitative traits can provide insights into the genes underlying disease and how species have evolved. This course will cover the identification and analysis of genes affecting quantitative traits and the evolutionary forces that influence genes and genomes in animal model systems. These studies are increasingly being used in humans and are the future of modern medicine. The lab component will provide students a hands-on introduction to the computational methods. Labs will be primarily conducted using R. Prerequisites: BIOL 190 OR 198, BIOL 214 OR EQUIVALENT Location Meliora Room 219 (MW 12:30PM - 1:45PM)
BIOL 419L-2 Genomics of Quant Traits-LAB Ryan Bickel F 11:50AM - 1:05PM
Human body size, behavior and many diseases are quantitative traits; they vary continuously and are determined by a large number of genes. The study of quantitative traits can provide insights into the genes underlying disease and how species have evolved. This course will cover the identification and analysis of genes affecting quantitative traits and the evolutionary forces that influence genes and genomes in animal model systems. These studies are increasingly being used in humans and are the future of modern medicine. The lab component will provide students a hands-on introduction to the computational methods. Labs will be primarily conducted using R. Prerequisites: BIOL 190 OR 198, BIOL 214 OR EQUIVALENT Location Meliora Room 210 (F 11:50AM - 1:05PM)
BIOL 443-1 Eukaryotic Gene Regulation Cheeptip Benyajati TR 11:05AM - 12:20PM
This advanced course examines mechanisms of chromatin-mediated regulation of the eukaryotic genomes, gene expression, relating molecular structures, dynamic interactions, nuclear processes, 3-D nuclear organization to biological functions. Topics include DNA structures, packaging and higher order chromatin organization in the nucleus, the transcription machinery, eukaryotic chromosome structure and its modifications, epigenetics and functional genomics, dynamics of nuclear processes, nuclear reprogramming, development and applications of genome manipulation technology. Lectures and readings draw heavily on primary literature both classic and most recent. Prerequisites: BIO 198, Genetics, BIO 250/250H, Biochemistry; good knowledge of Molecular Biology. Cell Biology and/or Developmental Biology recommended. Location Dewey Room 2162 (TR 11:05AM - 12:20PM)
BIOL 443-2 Eukaryotic Gene Regulation-REC Cheeptip Benyajati W 4:50PM - 6:05PM
This advanced course examines mechanisms of chromatin-mediated regulation of the eukaryotic genomes, gene expression, relating molecular structures, dynamic interactions, nuclear processes, 3-D nuclear organization to biological functions. Topics include DNA structures, packaging and higher order chromatin organization in the nucleus, the transcription machinery, eukaryotic chromosome structure and its modifications, epigenetics and functional genomics, dynamics of nuclear processes, nuclear reprogramming, development and applications of genome manipulation technology. Lectures and readings draw heavily on primary literature both classic and most recent. Prerequisites: BIO 198, Genetics, BIO 250/250H, Biochemistry; good knowledge of Molecular Biology. Cell Biology and/or Developmental Biology recommended. Location Genesee Hall Room 321 (W 4:50PM - 6:05PM)
BIOL 443-3 Eukaryotic Gene Regulation-REC Cheeptip Benyajati R 2:00PM - 3:15PM
This advanced course examines mechanisms of chromatin-mediated regulation of the eukaryotic genomes, gene expression, relating molecular structures, dynamic interactions, nuclear processes, 3-D nuclear organization to biological functions. Topics include DNA structures, packaging and higher order chromatin organization in the nucleus, the transcription machinery, eukaryotic chromosome structure and its modifications, epigenetics and functional genomics, dynamics of nuclear processes, nuclear reprogramming, development and applications of genome manipulation technology. Lectures and readings draw heavily on primary literature both classic and most recent. Prerequisites: BIO 198, Genetics, BIO 250/250H, Biochemistry; good knowledge of Molecular Biology. Cell Biology and/or Developmental Biology recommended. Location Meliora Room 206 (R 2:00PM - 3:15PM)
BIOL 443-4 Eukaryotic Gene Regulation-REC Cheeptip Benyajati W 2:00PM - 3:15PM
This advanced course examines mechanisms of chromatin-mediated regulation of the eukaryotic genomes, gene expression, relating molecular structures, dynamic interactions, nuclear processes, 3-D nuclear organization to biological functions. Topics include DNA structures, packaging and higher order chromatin organization in the nucleus, the transcription machinery, eukaryotic chromosome structure and its modifications, epigenetics and functional genomics, dynamics of nuclear processes, nuclear reprogramming, development and applications of genome manipulation technology. Lectures and readings draw heavily on primary literature both classic and most recent. Prerequisites: BIO 198, Genetics, BIO 250/250H, Biochemistry; good knowledge of Molecular Biology. Cell Biology and/or Developmental Biology recommended. Location Hylan Building Room 305 (W 2:00PM - 3:15PM)
BIOL 443-5 Eukaryotic Gene Regulation-REC Cheeptip Benyajati R 2:00PM - 3:15PM
This advanced course examines mechanisms of chromatin-mediated regulation of the eukaryotic genomes, gene expression, relating molecular structures, dynamic interactions, nuclear processes, 3-D nuclear organization to biological functions. Topics include DNA structures, packaging and higher order chromatin organization in the nucleus, the transcription machinery, eukaryotic chromosome structure and its modifications, epigenetics and functional genomics, dynamics of nuclear processes, nuclear reprogramming, development and applications of genome manipulation technology. Lectures and readings draw heavily on primary literature both classic and most recent. Prerequisites: BIO 198, Genetics, BIO 250/250H, Biochemistry; good knowledge of Molecular Biology. Cell Biology and/or Developmental Biology recommended. Location Lechase Room 121 (R 2:00PM - 3:15PM)
BIOL 443-6 Eukaryotic Gene Regulation-REC Cheeptip Benyajati W 4:50PM - 6:05PM
This advanced course examines mechanisms of chromatin-mediated regulation of the eukaryotic genomes, gene expression, relating molecular structures, dynamic interactions, nuclear processes, 3-D nuclear organization to biological functions. Topics include DNA structures, packaging and higher order chromatin organization in the nucleus, the transcription machinery, eukaryotic chromosome structure and its modifications, epigenetics and functional genomics, dynamics of nuclear processes, nuclear reprogramming, development and applications of genome manipulation technology. Lectures and readings draw heavily on primary literature both classic and most recent. Prerequisites: BIO 198, Genetics, BIO 250/250H, Biochemistry; good knowledge of Molecular Biology. Cell Biology and/or Developmental Biology recommended. Location Hylan Building Room 201 (W 4:50PM - 6:05PM)
BIOL 443-7 Eukaryotic Gene Regulation-REC Cheeptip Benyajati F 12:30PM - 1:45PM
This advanced course examines mechanisms of chromatin-mediated regulation of the eukaryotic genomes, gene expression, relating molecular structures, dynamic interactions, nuclear processes, 3-D nuclear organization to biological functions. Topics include DNA structures, packaging and higher order chromatin organization in the nucleus, the transcription machinery, eukaryotic chromosome structure and its modifications, epigenetics and functional genomics, dynamics of nuclear processes, nuclear reprogramming, development and applications of genome manipulation technology. Lectures and readings draw heavily on primary literature both classic and most recent. Prerequisites: BIO 198, Genetics, BIO 250/250H, Biochemistry; good knowledge of Molecular Biology. Cell Biology and/or Developmental Biology recommended. Location Genesee Hall Room 321 (F 12:30PM - 1:45PM)
BIOL 443-8 Eukaryotic Gene Regulation-REC Cheeptip Benyajati W 2:00PM - 3:15PM
This advanced course examines mechanisms of chromatin-mediated regulation of gene expression, relating molecular structures, dynamic interactions, nuclear processes, 3-D nuclear organization to biological functions.Lectures and readings draw heavily on primary literature both classic and most recent. Location Meliora Room 206 (W 2:00PM - 3:15PM)
BIOL 453L-1 Computational Bio With Laboratory Justin Fay TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM
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BIOL 453L-2 Computational Bio With Laboratory Justin Fay T 2:00PM - 3:15PM
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BIOL 453L-3 Computational Bio With Laboratory Justin Fay W 3:25PM - 4:40PM
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BIOL 468-1 Lab in Molecular, Cell&Dev Bio Xin Bi TR 2:00PM - 6:00PM
This course is designed to provide (1) introduction to model organisms (2) training in specific methods used in molecular, cell and developmental biology research, with emphasis on data acquisition and analysis (3) experience in the design and execution of experiments, reading and writing scientific reports, and public scientific presentation. Prerequisites: Completion of biology and chemistry core requirements, as well as BIO 198 or BIO 190 and BIO 250 required Location Hutchison Hall Room 217 (TR 2:00PM - 6:00PM)
BIOL 468-2 Lab in Molecular, Cell&Dev Bio Xin Bi TR 2:00PM - 6:00PM
This course is designed to provide (1) introduction to model organisms (2) training in specific methods used in molecular, cell and developmental biology research, with emphasis on data acquisition and analysis (3) experience in the design and execution of experiments, reading and writing scientific reports, and public scientific presentation. Prerequisites: Completion of biology and chemistry core requirements, as well as BIOL 198 or BIOL 190 and BIOL 250 required Location Hutchison Hall Room 219 (TR 2:00PM - 6:00PM)
BIOL 473-01 Title Adv. Topics in Evolutionary and Ecological Genetics C James Fry; Ryan Bickel –
A six-course sequence that provides comprehensive coverage of advanced topics in ecology and evolutionary biology. Areas covered include: population and community ecology; population and quantitative genetics; molecular evolution; evolutionary genomics; evo-devo; phylogenetics; and speciation. This course is intended for graduate students; exceptional undergraduate students can enroll by permission of the course coordinator.
BIOL 478-1 Biochem Mech of Cell Pro Dragony Fu MW 9:00AM - 10:15AM
This interactive course explores the molecular mechanisms of important cellular processes. Topics include DNA replication, RNA processing, translation, protein folding, protein degradation, protein transport and metabolism. Foundational experiments that have led to our current understanding of these processes will be explored through readings and discussions of original scientific papers. Prerequisites: BIO 190/198, BIO 250L, and CHM 204 Location Hutchison Hall Room 473 (MW 9:00AM - 10:15AM)
BIOL 478-2 Biochem Mech of Cell Pro - REC Dragony Fu F 9:00AM - 10:15AM
This interactive course explores the molecular mechanisms of important cellular processes. Topics include DNA replication, RNA processing, translation, protein folding, protein degradation, protein transport and metabolism. Foundational experiments that have led to our current understanding of these processes will be explored through readings and discussions of original scientific papers. Prerequisites: BIOL 190/198, BIOL 250L, and CHEM 204 Location Gavett Hall Room 310 (F 9:00AM - 10:15AM)
BIOL 480-1 Graduate Lab Rotation Dragony Fu –
An introduction to research in the laboratories of individual faculty members.
BIOL 495-24 Master's Research in Biology Floria Uy –
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BIOL 495-40 Master's Research in Biology Anne Meyer –
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BIOL 495-41 Master's Research in Biology David Lambert –
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BIOL 495-42 Master's Research in Biology Amanda Larracuente –
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BIOL 495-43 Master's Research in Biology David Mathews –
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BIOL 517-1 Graduate Research Seminar Sina Ghaemmaghami; Anne Meyer F 12:00PM - 1:10PM
Ph.D. students prepare and present their research findings to the Department. This course carries one credit. Location Hutchison Hall Room 473 (F 12:00PM - 1:10PM)
BIOL 580-1 Journal Club in Evol., Ecol., Genetics & Genomics Justin Fay; Jennifer Brisson W 12:00PM - 1:30PM
Current topics in ecology and evolutionary biology are explored by reading research and review papers. Students choose topics for reading and lead discussions of their chosen topics. This course carries one credit. Location Hutchison Hall Room 316 (W 12:00PM - 1:30PM)
BIOL 584-1 Seminar in Evolution, Ecology, Genetics & Genomics Robert Minckley F 2:45PM - 4:00PM
Biology Colloquium. Members of the staff and advanced students in the biological sciences meet on regularly announced dates for presentation and discussion of research by members of the department or invited guests. These seminars are open to all. Location Gavett Hall Room 202 (F 2:45PM - 4:00PM)
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BIOL 595-40 PhD Research in Biology Jennifer Brisson –
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BIOL 595-98 PhD Research in Biology Anne Meyer –
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BIOL 595-99 PhD Research in Biology Gail Johnson –
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BIOL 899-1 Master's Dissertation Dragony Fu –
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Number	Title	Instructor	Time
Monday
BIOL 405-2 Evolution - Recitation James Fry
Fundamentals of Evolution. Topics include the history of evolutionary thought, population and quantitative genetics, molecular evolution, the history of life, speciation, and human evolution.
Monday and Wednesday
BIOL 478-1 Biochem Mech of Cell Pro Dragony Fu
This interactive course explores the molecular mechanisms of important cellular processes. Topics include DNA replication, RNA processing, translation, protein folding, protein degradation, protein transport and metabolism. Foundational experiments that have led to our current understanding of these processes will be explored through readings and discussions of original scientific papers. Prerequisites: BIO 190/198, BIO 250L, and CHM 204
BIOL 419L-1 Genomics of Quant Traits W/LAB Ryan Bickel
Human body size, behavior and many diseases are quantitative traits; they vary continuously and are determined by a large number of genes. The study of quantitative traits can provide insights into the genes underlying disease and how species have evolved. This course will cover the identification and analysis of genes affecting quantitative traits and the evolutionary forces that influence genes and genomes in animal model systems. These studies are increasingly being used in humans and are the future of modern medicine. The lab component will provide students a hands-on introduction to the computational methods. Labs will be primarily conducted using R. Prerequisites: BIOL 190 OR 198, BIOL 214 OR EQUIVALENT
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Tuesday
BIOL 405-4 Evolution - Recitation James Fry
Fundamentals of Evolution. Topics include the history of evolutionary thought, population and quantitative genetics, molecular evolution, the history of life, speciation, and human evolution.
BIOL 453L-2 Computational Bio With Laboratory Justin Fay
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Tuesday and Thursday
BIOL 443-1 Eukaryotic Gene Regulation Cheeptip Benyajati
This advanced course examines mechanisms of chromatin-mediated regulation of the eukaryotic genomes, gene expression, relating molecular structures, dynamic interactions, nuclear processes, 3-D nuclear organization to biological functions. Topics include DNA structures, packaging and higher order chromatin organization in the nucleus, the transcription machinery, eukaryotic chromosome structure and its modifications, epigenetics and functional genomics, dynamics of nuclear processes, nuclear reprogramming, development and applications of genome manipulation technology. Lectures and readings draw heavily on primary literature both classic and most recent. Prerequisites: BIO 198, Genetics, BIO 250/250H, Biochemistry; good knowledge of Molecular Biology. Cell Biology and/or Developmental Biology recommended.
BIOL 405-1 Evolution James Fry
History of evolutionary thought; genetics of populations; phylogenetic reconstruction; origin and history of life; evolution of social behavior and species interactions; mechanisms of speciation; human evolution. Students must also sign up for a recitation when registering for the lecture. Prerequisites: A year of introductory biology and facility in precalculus mathematics. BIO 190 or BIO 198 strongly recommended.
BIOL 468-1 Lab in Molecular, Cell&Dev Bio Xin Bi
This course is designed to provide (1) introduction to model organisms (2) training in specific methods used in molecular, cell and developmental biology research, with emphasis on data acquisition and analysis (3) experience in the design and execution of experiments, reading and writing scientific reports, and public scientific presentation. Prerequisites: Completion of biology and chemistry core requirements, as well as BIO 198 or BIO 190 and BIO 250 required
BIOL 468-2 Lab in Molecular, Cell&Dev Bio Xin Bi
This course is designed to provide (1) introduction to model organisms (2) training in specific methods used in molecular, cell and developmental biology research, with emphasis on data acquisition and analysis (3) experience in the design and execution of experiments, reading and writing scientific reports, and public scientific presentation. Prerequisites: Completion of biology and chemistry core requirements, as well as BIOL 198 or BIOL 190 and BIOL 250 required
BIOL 453L-1 Computational Bio With Laboratory Justin Fay
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Wednesday
BIOL 405-3 Evolution - Recitation James Fry
Fundamentals of Evolution. Topics include the history of evolutionary thought, population and quantitative genetics, molecular evolution, the history of life, speciation, and human evolution.
BIOL 580-1 Journal Club in Evol., Ecol., Genetics & Genomics Justin Fay; Jennifer Brisson
Current topics in ecology and evolutionary biology are explored by reading research and review papers. Students choose topics for reading and lead discussions of their chosen topics. This course carries one credit.
BIOL 443-4 Eukaryotic Gene Regulation-REC Cheeptip Benyajati
This advanced course examines mechanisms of chromatin-mediated regulation of the eukaryotic genomes, gene expression, relating molecular structures, dynamic interactions, nuclear processes, 3-D nuclear organization to biological functions. Topics include DNA structures, packaging and higher order chromatin organization in the nucleus, the transcription machinery, eukaryotic chromosome structure and its modifications, epigenetics and functional genomics, dynamics of nuclear processes, nuclear reprogramming, development and applications of genome manipulation technology. Lectures and readings draw heavily on primary literature both classic and most recent. Prerequisites: BIO 198, Genetics, BIO 250/250H, Biochemistry; good knowledge of Molecular Biology. Cell Biology and/or Developmental Biology recommended.
BIOL 443-8 Eukaryotic Gene Regulation-REC Cheeptip Benyajati
This advanced course examines mechanisms of chromatin-mediated regulation of gene expression, relating molecular structures, dynamic interactions, nuclear processes, 3-D nuclear organization to biological functions.Lectures and readings draw heavily on primary literature both classic and most recent.
BIOL 453L-3 Computational Bio With Laboratory Justin Fay
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BIOL 405-5 Evolution - Recitation James Fry
Fundamentals of Evolution. Topics include the history of evolutionary thought, population and quantitative genetics, molecular evolution, the history of life, speciation, and human evolution.
BIOL 443-2 Eukaryotic Gene Regulation-REC Cheeptip Benyajati
This advanced course examines mechanisms of chromatin-mediated regulation of the eukaryotic genomes, gene expression, relating molecular structures, dynamic interactions, nuclear processes, 3-D nuclear organization to biological functions. Topics include DNA structures, packaging and higher order chromatin organization in the nucleus, the transcription machinery, eukaryotic chromosome structure and its modifications, epigenetics and functional genomics, dynamics of nuclear processes, nuclear reprogramming, development and applications of genome manipulation technology. Lectures and readings draw heavily on primary literature both classic and most recent. Prerequisites: BIO 198, Genetics, BIO 250/250H, Biochemistry; good knowledge of Molecular Biology. Cell Biology and/or Developmental Biology recommended.
BIOL 443-6 Eukaryotic Gene Regulation-REC Cheeptip Benyajati
This advanced course examines mechanisms of chromatin-mediated regulation of the eukaryotic genomes, gene expression, relating molecular structures, dynamic interactions, nuclear processes, 3-D nuclear organization to biological functions. Topics include DNA structures, packaging and higher order chromatin organization in the nucleus, the transcription machinery, eukaryotic chromosome structure and its modifications, epigenetics and functional genomics, dynamics of nuclear processes, nuclear reprogramming, development and applications of genome manipulation technology. Lectures and readings draw heavily on primary literature both classic and most recent. Prerequisites: BIO 198, Genetics, BIO 250/250H, Biochemistry; good knowledge of Molecular Biology. Cell Biology and/or Developmental Biology recommended.
Wednesday and Friday
Thursday
BIOL 443-3 Eukaryotic Gene Regulation-REC Cheeptip Benyajati
This advanced course examines mechanisms of chromatin-mediated regulation of the eukaryotic genomes, gene expression, relating molecular structures, dynamic interactions, nuclear processes, 3-D nuclear organization to biological functions. Topics include DNA structures, packaging and higher order chromatin organization in the nucleus, the transcription machinery, eukaryotic chromosome structure and its modifications, epigenetics and functional genomics, dynamics of nuclear processes, nuclear reprogramming, development and applications of genome manipulation technology. Lectures and readings draw heavily on primary literature both classic and most recent. Prerequisites: BIO 198, Genetics, BIO 250/250H, Biochemistry; good knowledge of Molecular Biology. Cell Biology and/or Developmental Biology recommended.
BIOL 443-5 Eukaryotic Gene Regulation-REC Cheeptip Benyajati
This advanced course examines mechanisms of chromatin-mediated regulation of the eukaryotic genomes, gene expression, relating molecular structures, dynamic interactions, nuclear processes, 3-D nuclear organization to biological functions. Topics include DNA structures, packaging and higher order chromatin organization in the nucleus, the transcription machinery, eukaryotic chromosome structure and its modifications, epigenetics and functional genomics, dynamics of nuclear processes, nuclear reprogramming, development and applications of genome manipulation technology. Lectures and readings draw heavily on primary literature both classic and most recent. Prerequisites: BIO 198, Genetics, BIO 250/250H, Biochemistry; good knowledge of Molecular Biology. Cell Biology and/or Developmental Biology recommended.
Friday
BIOL 478-2 Biochem Mech of Cell Pro - REC Dragony Fu
This interactive course explores the molecular mechanisms of important cellular processes. Topics include DNA replication, RNA processing, translation, protein folding, protein degradation, protein transport and metabolism. Foundational experiments that have led to our current understanding of these processes will be explored through readings and discussions of original scientific papers. Prerequisites: BIOL 190/198, BIOL 250L, and CHEM 204
BIOL 419L-2 Genomics of Quant Traits-LAB Ryan Bickel
Human body size, behavior and many diseases are quantitative traits; they vary continuously and are determined by a large number of genes. The study of quantitative traits can provide insights into the genes underlying disease and how species have evolved. This course will cover the identification and analysis of genes affecting quantitative traits and the evolutionary forces that influence genes and genomes in animal model systems. These studies are increasingly being used in humans and are the future of modern medicine. The lab component will provide students a hands-on introduction to the computational methods. Labs will be primarily conducted using R. Prerequisites: BIOL 190 OR 198, BIOL 214 OR EQUIVALENT
BIOL 517-1 Graduate Research Seminar Sina Ghaemmaghami; Anne Meyer
Ph.D. students prepare and present their research findings to the Department. This course carries one credit.
BIOL 443-7 Eukaryotic Gene Regulation-REC Cheeptip Benyajati
This advanced course examines mechanisms of chromatin-mediated regulation of the eukaryotic genomes, gene expression, relating molecular structures, dynamic interactions, nuclear processes, 3-D nuclear organization to biological functions. Topics include DNA structures, packaging and higher order chromatin organization in the nucleus, the transcription machinery, eukaryotic chromosome structure and its modifications, epigenetics and functional genomics, dynamics of nuclear processes, nuclear reprogramming, development and applications of genome manipulation technology. Lectures and readings draw heavily on primary literature both classic and most recent. Prerequisites: BIO 198, Genetics, BIO 250/250H, Biochemistry; good knowledge of Molecular Biology. Cell Biology and/or Developmental Biology recommended.
BIOL 584-1 Seminar in Evolution, Ecology, Genetics & Genomics Robert Minckley
Biology Colloquium. Members of the staff and advanced students in the biological sciences meet on regularly announced dates for presentation and discussion of research by members of the department or invited guests. These seminars are open to all.