Biology 309 - INTRO TO BIOLOG MICROSCOPY LAB

Students will design experiments to answer current questions in cell biology with an emphasis on the techniques of light (fluorescence, confocal, DIC) and electron (transmission and scanning) microscopy. The specific advantages and complementary type of data generated by each instrument will be emphasized. Laboratory techniques for the introduction of fluorescent proteins and other molecular and cellular details of experimental design will be covered. In addition to the formal laboratory period, students will need to arrange additional blocks of time to practice the techniques and work on self-designed investigations. BIO 308 must be taken concurrently.

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