Individual study of a selected problem for qualified students.

Individual study of a selected problem for qualified students.

Individual study of a selected problem for qualified students.

Individual study of a selected problem for qualified students.

A small group tutorial discussion: the role science in society combined with discussions of contemporary societal issues involving microbiology such as emerging infectious diseases and microbial biotechnology.

This course teaches the fundamental methodology relevant to the practice of modern biotechnology. Techniques include the amplification, manipulation, isolation, and analysis of DNA, the production of recombinant DNA (vectors) for cloning and protein expression, as well as the establishment of genetically modified cell lines via different selection and screening methods. Further principles taught are isolation and characterization of proteins, and use of immunoassays.

Satisfies the Junior Year Writing requirement. Students develop their writing skills while completing a series of short assignments. Each participant will identify a biological topic of their choice to research and write about during the semester.

The main objective of this course is to introduce students to basic concepts of microbial genetics. The course is intended to provide students with a broad exposure to several fundamental aspects of genetics through lectures, in-class discussion, assigned textbook readings, and study groups.

Microbiological laboratory procedures including sterile technique, microscopy, enrichment and isolation, and preservation. Extensive experience in the cultivation of microorganisms. Prerequisite: MICROBIO 310 or concurrent enrollment.

This course will introduce Microbiology majors to the extremely diverse and exciting world of microorganisms. The course begins with describing the basics of microorganisms: structure and function, metabolic pathways, physiology, and genetics. These topics are used as a base to discuss more complex microbial systems we study in environmental microbiology, medical microbiology, and applied biotechnology. We will explore the wonderfully extensive diversity of microbes and discuss this diversity within the context of evolution and what `species? means in microbiology.