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Life Science (LIFE-SCI)

LIFE-SCI 399      Introduction To Research View Details
Introduction to the theory and practice of research in modern biological sciences. Consent of full-time regular SBS doctoral faculty member and undergraduate programs office required. Requires minimum of 3-4 hours per week in the laboratory for each credit hour.
Credits: 1-3 hours
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LIFE-SCI 401      Biophysical Principles View Details
Fundamental biophysical concepts and their application to the study of biological molecules, particularly macromolecules and supramolecular structures. Includes discussion of thermodynamics, kinetics, and spectroscopy.
Credits: 3 hours
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LIFE-SCI 438      Molecular Recognition In Cellular Biology View Details
Studies the latest development leading to an increased understanding of cellular biology processes when the experimental tools of structural biology analysis and molecular genetics are applied.
Credits: 2 hours
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LIFE-SCI 490      Senior Seminar View Details
Discussion, writing and specific readings to coordinate with and amplify topics covered in School of Biological Sciences seminars; must include a term paper on a specific topic. Designation: Writing Intensive. Prerequisite(s): Completion of core requirements, consent of SBS adviser.
Credits: hours
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LIFE-SCI 497      Special Topics-Bioinformatics View Details
Individual or small group study of topics in the area of bioinformatics including class room work, presentation, library work, and writing of term papers or other reports. Combined credit for LIFE-SCI 497 and LIFE-SCI 499 courses may not exceed 4 credit hours towards Biology course degree requirements. Prerequisite(s) Completion of Biology degree core requirements; a minimum GPA of 3.0; consent of an appropriate faculty member; and permission from a School of Biological Sciences Undergraduate Advisor.
Credits: hours
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LIFE-SCI 499      Undergraduate Research-Bioinformatics View Details
Independent research, including the writing of research reports in the area of bioinformatics. Combined credit for LIFE-SCI 497 and LIFE-SCI 499 may not exceed 4 credit hours towards biology course degree requirements. Prerequisite(s) Completion of Biology degree core requirements a minimum GPA of 3.0; consent of an appropriate faculty member; and permission from a School of Biological Sciences Undergraduate Advisor.
Credits: hours
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LIFE-SCI H490      Honors Senior Seminar View Details
Discussion, writing and specific readings to coordinate with and amplify topics covered in School of Biological Sciences seminars; must include a term paper on a specific topic. Designation: Writing Intensive. Prerequisite(s): Completion of core requirements, consent of SBS adviser.
Credits: hours
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LIFE-SCI H499      Undergraduate Research-Cell Biology View Details
Independent research, including the writing of research reports in the area of cell biology. Prerequisites: Completion of Biology degree core requirements, minimum GPA of 3.0; consent of faculty member; permission from a School of Biological Sciences Undergraduate Adviser. Combined credit for LIFE-SCI 497 and LIFE-SCI 499 may not exceed 4 credit hours towards biology course degree requirements.
Credits: hours
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