Biology 477H - BioImaging

Fall
2025
01
4.00
Andrew Stephens

TU TH 1:00PM 4:00PM

UMass Amherst
60541
Integrated Sci Bldg 360
andrew.stephens@umass.edu
In this interdisciplinary laboratory course, we will explore the topic of imaging biological material, beginning with optics and basic microscopy. Students will perform hands-on exercises in the use of the light microscope, digital cameras, and image processing and quantification. Common pitfalls in imaging biological samples will be covered. Students will perform experiments to test and quantify various aspects of cell migration, cell cycle regulation, mitosis and endocytosis. Using the methods learned in the first portion of the class, students will design and complete a hypothesis-based experiment of their own design and present their findings. With Biology 494LI, this course satisfies the Integrative Experience requirement for BA-Biol and BS-Biol students.

This course is open to BIOLOGY majors only. BIOLOGY 285 w/ C If unable to enroll, contact Prof. Stephens for info on wait list.

Additional fees are associated with this section.

Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.