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BIO 101T Introduction to Biology Lecture (3)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Biological issues are at the forefront of public attention, from cloning to climate change to conservation, and understanding these issues takes an increasing amount of scientific literacy as the issues become more complex.\u00a0 <\/span>Covers the scientific knowledge base behind many of these issues, and also explores current areas of agreement and contention and applications of these data in technology and society.\u00a0 <\/span>Three hours of lecture each week.\u00a0 <\/span>This class must be taken with the laboratory course BIO 101L in the same semester.\u00a0 <\/span>Successful completion of both co-requisite lecture and lab courses (BIO 101T and BIO 101L) is required. <\/span>Should a student need to repeat one co-requisite, they must repeat both co-requisites<\/span> Students may NOT receive degree credit for both BIO 101T\/L and BIO 103T\/L or 104T\/l. <\/b>Meets new General Education Natural Science requirement. <\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 101L Introduction to Biology Laboratory (1)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Laboratory section to accompany BIO 101T.\u00a0 <\/span>Application of theoretical material from Introduction to Biology Lecture in experimental procedures.\u00a0 <\/span>Three hours of laboratory each week.\u00a0 <\/span>This class must be taken with the lecture course BIO 101T in the same semester.\u00a0 <\/span>Successful completion of both co-requisite lecture and lab courses (BIO 101T and BIO 101L) is required.\u00a0 <\/span>Should a student need to repeat one co-requisite, they must repeat both co-requisites.\u00a0 <\/span>Students may NOT receive degree credit for both BIO 101T\/L and BIO 103T\/L or 104T\/L.<\/b> Meets SUNY General Education Natural Science category.<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 103T Biology I Lecture (3)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

First part of a two semester sequence of introductory biology. Focuses on chemistry of living organisms, cell structure and function, metabolic processes, genetics and evolution. Three hours of lecture each week. This class must be taken with the laboratory course BIO 103L in the same semester. Successful completion of both co-requisite lecture and lab courses (BIO 103T and BIO 103L) is required. Should a student need to repeat one co-requisite, they must repeat both co-requisites. Meets SUNY General Education Natural Science category. Students may NOT receive degree credit for both BIO 101T\/L and BIO 103T\/L. <\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 103L Biology 1 Laboratory (1)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Laboratory section to accompany BIO 103T.\u00a0 <\/span>Application of theoretical material from Biology 1 Lecture in experimental procedures.\u00a0 <\/span>Three hours of laboratory each week.\u00a0 <\/span>This class must be taken with the lecture course BIO 103T in the same semester.\u00a0 <\/span>Successful completion of both co-requisite lecture and lab courses (BIO 103T and BIO 103L) is required.\u00a0 <\/span>Should a student need to repeat one co-requisite, they must repeat both co-requisites.\u00a0 <\/span>Meets SUNY General Education Natural Science category.\u00a0 <\/span>Students may NOT receive degree credit for both BIO 101T\/L and BIO 103T\/L.<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 104T Biology II Lecture (3)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Second part of a two semester sequence of introductory biology.\u00a0 <\/span>Focuses on the diversity, anatomy, and physiology of living organisms.\u00a0 <\/span>Three hours of lecture each week.\u00a0 <\/span>This class must be taken with the laboratory course BIO 104L in the same semester.\u00a0 <\/span>Successful completion of both co-requisite lecture and lab courses (BIO 104T and BIO 104L) is required.\u00a0 <\/span>Should a student need to repeat one co-requisite, they must repeat one co-requisite, they must repeat both co-requisites.\u00a0 <\/span>Prerequisites: BIO 103T and BIO 103L or equivalent.\u00a0 <\/span>Students may NOT receive degree credit for both BIO 101T\/L and BIO 104T\/L.<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 104L Biology II Laboratory (1)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Laboratory section to accompany BIO 104T.\u00a0 <\/span>Application of theoretical material from Biology II Lecture in experimental procedures.\u00a0 <\/span>Three hours of laboratory each week.\u00a0 <\/span>This class must be taken with the lecture course BIO 104T in the same semester.\u00a0 <\/span>Successful completion of both co-requisite lecture and lab courses (BIO 104T and BIO 104L) is required.\u00a0 <\/span>Should a student need to repeat one co-requisite, they must repeat both co-requisites.\u00a0 <\/span>Prerequisites: BIO 103T and BIO 103L or equivalent. Students may NOT receive degree credit for both BIO 101T\/L and BIO 104T\/L.<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 105 Introduction to Ecology (4)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Study of interactions living organisms have with their physical and biological environments. Special attention is given to population dynamics, pollution control, and the consequences when ecological systems are disturbed.\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Meets SUNY General Education Natural Science category<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 106 Solutions for a Sustainable World (4)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Examines a broad survey of environmental, social and economic problems and explores solutions for a sustainable future on local, bioregional and global levels. Topics include population growth and consumption, world poverty, global climate change, renewable energy, transportation and biofuels, water conservation, GMO\u2019s, local and organic food production, green building, socially responsible business investing, carbon cap and trade, microlending, environmental racism, and ecovillages among others. The instructor, student teams and guest speakers will give presentations on these issues. Students will see examples of sustainable solutions in their local community on scheduled site visits. <\/span>Meets SUNY General Education Natural Science category<\/span>. <\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 115 Basic Human Anatomy & Physiology I (3)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

This course is the first course in a two-semester sequence to study the structure of the body (anatomy) and the function of the body (physiology). This course includes the following topics: basic anatomical terminology, basic chemistry of the body, cells and tissues of the body, skin (integumentary system), nervous system, special senses, respiratory system and cardiovascular system. May not receive credit for this and BIO 215T. Meets SUNY General Education Natural Science category. There is no laboratory section associated with this class.<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 116 Basic Human Anatomy & Physiology II (3)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

This course is the second the second course in a two-semester sequence to study the structure of the body (anatomy) and the function of the body (physiology). This course includes the following topics: musculoskeletal system, endocrine system, gastrointestinal system, lymphatic and immune system, urinary system, reproductive system, hematopoietic system. Prerequisite: Basic Human Anatomy & Physiology I. May not receive credit for this and BIO 216T. Meets SUNY General Education Natural Science category. There is no laboratory section associated with this class.<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 130T Plant Biology (3)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Plants provide us with oxygen, food, and most of the raw materials we use; they form the very basis of life as we know it.\u00a0 <\/span>Examines the structure, classification, and physiology of plants, and addresses current issues and technologies surrounding plants such as bioengineered food and botanical forensics.\u00a0 <\/span>Three hours of lecture each week.\u00a0 <\/span>This class must be taken with the laboratory course BIO 130L in the same semester.\u00a0 <\/span>Successful completion of both co-requisite lecture and lab courses (BIO 130T and BIO 130L) is required.\u00a0 <\/span>Should a student need to repeat one co-requisite, they must repeat both co-requisites.\u00a0 <\/span>Meets SUNY General Education Natural Science category.<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 130L Plant Biology Laboratory (1)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Laboratory section to accompany BIO 130T.\u00a0 <\/span>Application of theoretical material from Plant Biology Lecture in experimental procedures.\u00a0 <\/span>Three hours of laboratory each week.\u00a0 <\/span>This class must be taken with the lecture course BIO 130T in the same semester.\u00a0 <\/span>Successful completion of both co-requisite lecture and lab courses (BIO 130T and BIO 130L) is required.\u00a0 <\/span>Should a student need to repeat one co-requisite, they must repeat both co-requisites.\u00a0 <\/span>Meets SUNY General Education Natural Science category.<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 215T Anatomy & Physiology I Lecture (3)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

This is the first course in a two-semester sequence. <\/span>Covers organs and organ systems of the human body.\u00a0 <\/span>This course emphasizes the anatomy and physiology of cells and the integumentary, nervous, respiratory, and circulatory systems.\u00a0 <\/span>Three lecture hours per week.\u00a0 <\/span>This course must be taken with BIO 215L at SUNY Polytechnic during the same semester.\u00a0 <\/span>Prerequisites: BIO 101\/101L or BIO 103\/103L and CHE 110\/110L or CHE 130\/130L, or permission of the instructor.\u00a0 <\/span>Successful completion of both co-requisite courses (BIO 215T and BIO 215L) is required.\u00a0 <\/span>Should a student need to repeat one co-requisite, s\/he must repeat both co-requisites.\u00a0 <\/span>Meets the SUNY General Education Natural Science category. <\/span>This class is a biology program elective.<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 215L Anatomy & Physiology 1 Lab (1)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Covers organs and organ systems of the human body in a laboratory setting.\u00a0 <\/span>This course emphasizes the anatomy and physiology of cells and the integumentary, nervous, respiratory, and circulatory systems.\u00a0 <\/span>Three laboratory hours per week.\u00a0 <\/span>This course must be taken with BIO 215 at SUNY Polytechnic during the same semester. \u00a0 <\/span>Prerequisites: BIO 101\/101L or BIO 103\/103L and CHE 110\/110L or CHE 130\/130L, or permission of the instructor.\u00a0 <\/span>Successful completion of both co-requisite courses (BIO 215T and BIO 215L) is required.\u00a0 <\/span>Should a student need to repeat one co-requisite, s\/he must repeat both co-requisites.\u00a0 <\/span>Meets the SUNY General Education Natural Science category.<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 216T Anatomy & Physiology II Lecture (3)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

This is the second course in a two-semester sequence. <\/span>Covers organs and organ systems of the human body in a laboratory setting.\u00a0 <\/span>This course emphasized the anatomy and physiology of the skeletal, muscular, endocrine, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems.\u00a0 <\/span>Three lecture hours per week.\u00a0 <\/span>This course must be taken with BIO 216L at SUNY Polytechnic during the same semester.\u00a0 <\/span>Prerequisites: BIO 215\/215L or permission of the instructor.\u00a0 <\/span>Successful completion of both co-requisite courses (BIO 216T and BIO 216L) is required.\u00a0 <\/span>Should a student need to repeat one co-requisite, s\/he must repeat both co-requisites.\u00a0 <\/span>Meets the SUNY General Education Natural Science category. <\/span>This class is a biology program elective.<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 216L Anatomy & Physiology II Laboratory (1)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Covers organs and organ systems of the human body in a laboratory setting.\u00a0 <\/span>This course emphasizes the anatomy and physiology of the skeletal, muscular, endocrine, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems.\u00a0 <\/span>Three laboratory hours per week. This course must be taken with BIO 216 at SUNY Polytechnic during the same semester.\u00a0 <\/span>Prerequisites: BIO 215\/215L or permission of the instructor.\u00a0 <\/span>Successful completion of both co-requisite courses (BIO 216T and BIO 216L) is required.\u00a0 <\/span>Should a student need to repeat one co-requisite, s\/he must repeat both co-requisites.\u00a0 <\/span>Meets the SUNY General Education Natural Science category.<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 222 Nutrition and Health (4)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Examines the nature of nutrients, their metabolism and physiological function, and the factors that may influence the degrees to which these nutrients are required for healthy functioning. Nutritional health issues and the influence of drugs and environmental factors on nutrition and health will be emphasized.\u00a0 <\/span><\/span>Meets SUNY General Education Natural Science category<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 224 Biology of Aging (4)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Introduces biological concepts with emphasis on the process of aging. Topics include demographics, concepts of aging, anatomy and physiology as well as general nonmedical assessments of the elderly. Students cannot receive credit for both BIO 350 (Advanced Physiology) and BIO 224. Meets new General Education Natural Science requirement.<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 225 Biology of the Sexes (4)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Examines the genetic and physiological basis of male and female differentiation in different organisms, the evolution of reproduction as a genetic strategy, physical differences of the sexes and parenting in mammals.\u00a0 <\/span>Addresses how societal constructs of gender have influenced the development of theories in various scientific disciplines and the roles of gender for scientists.\u00a0 <\/span>Meets SUNY General Education Natural Science category.<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 230 Plant Anatomy (4)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

In-depth examination of the internal organization of plants, particularly angiosperms, with an emphasis on understanding anatomy from a structure-function standpoint.\u00a0 <\/span>Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week.\u00a0 <\/span>Prerequisites: BIO 104<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 241T Forensic Biology Lecture (3)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Introduction to basic principles of biology in a forensic context. Topics include forensic botany, microbiology, anthropology, entomology, and DNA profiling. Scientific methodology in collecting and analyzing data will also be covered. Three hours of lecture each week. This class must be taken with the laboratory course BIO 241L in the same semester. Successful completion of both co-requisite lecture and lab courses (BIO 241T and BIO 241L) is required. Should a student need to repeat one co-requisite, they must repeat both co-requisites. <\/span>Meets SUNY General Education Natural Science category. <\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 241L Forensic Biology Lab (1)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Laboratory section to accompany BIO 241T. Application of theoretical materials from Forensic Biology lecture in experimental procedures. Three hours of lab each week. This class must be taken with the lecture course BIO 241T in the same semester. Successful completion of both co-requisite lecture and lab courses (BIO 241T and BIO 241L) is required. Should a student need to repeat one co-requisite, they must repeat both co-requisites. <\/span>Meets SUNY General Education Natural Science category. <\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 250 Medical Genetics (4)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Central concepts of genetics are explored and their clinical applications to multiple situations are defined. Also, information obtained from assessment processes are translated into practice, and ethical and practice principles and their use in the counseling of patients and families are discussed. Does not meet SUNY General Education Natural Science requirement. Prerequisites: BIO 215 and 216 or permission of the instructor. <\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 270 Cell Biology (4)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Survey of modern cell biology which includes the chemistry of cellular molecules, structure, functions and specializations of cells and organelles.\u00a0 <\/span>Four hours of lecture each week.\u00a0 <\/span>Prerequisites: BIO 104<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 275T Microbiology Lecture (3)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Covers the fundamentals of microbiology including the study of bacteria, viruses, fungi, algae and protozoa as well as microbial structure, metabolism, culturing, control and genetics.\u00a0 <\/span>Three hours of lecture each week.\u00a0 <\/span>This class must be taken with the laboratory course BIO 275L in the same semester.\u00a0 <\/span>Successful completion of both co-requisite lecture and lab courses (BIO 275T and BIO 275L) is required.\u00a0 <\/span>Should a student need to repeat one co-requisite, they must repeat both co-requisites. Prerequisites: BIO 101 or CHE 110 or equivalents, or permission of instructor. <\/span>This class is a biology program elective.<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 275L Microbiology Laboratory (1)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Laboratory section to accompany BIO 275T course.\u00a0 <\/span>Application of theoretical material from Microbiology Lecture in experimental procedures.\u00a0 <\/span>Three hours of laboratory each week.\u00a0 <\/span>This class must be taken with the lecture course BIO 275T in the same semester. Successful completion of both co-requisite lecture and lab courses (BIO 275T and BIO 275L) is required.\u00a0 <\/span>Should a student need to repeat one co-requisite, they must repeat both co-requisites.\u00a0 <\/span>Prerequisites: BIO 101 and CHE 110 or equivalents, or permission of instructor. <\/span>This class is a\u00a0biology program elective.<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 300T Ecology Lecture (3)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Covers interactions at the organismal, population (single species and species interactions), and community level.\u00a0 <\/span>Applications of ecological theory to current environmental problems are examined throughout the course, and various statistical methods are used to analyze and interpret data.\u00a0 <\/span>Three hours of lecture each week.\u00a0 <\/span>This class must be taken with the laboratory course BIO 300L in the same semester.\u00a0 <\/span>Successful completion of both co-requisite lecture and lab courses (BIO 300T and BIO 300L) is required.\u00a0 <\/span>Should a student need to repeat one co-requisite, they must repeat both co-requisites.<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 300L Ecology Laboratory (1)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Laboratory section to accompany BIO 300T.\u00a0 <\/span>Application of theoretical material from Ecology Lecture in experimental procedures.\u00a0 <\/span>Three hours of laboratory each week.\u00a0 <\/span>This class must be taken with the lecture course BIO 300T in the same semester.\u00a0 <\/span>Successful completion of both co-requisite lecture and lab courses (BIO 300T and BIO 300L) is required.\u00a0 <\/span>Should a student need to repeat one co-requisite, they must repeat both co-requisites.\u00a0 <\/span>Prerequisites: BIO 104T and BIO 104L; STA 100 or STA 225 or MAT 225 or equivalents.<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 315 Plant\/Animal Physiology (4)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Examines functional responses of organisms such as photosynthesis, water relations, movement, hormones, and growth in plants and, in animals, the nervous, endocrine, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, and reproductive systems.\u00a0 <\/span>Four hours of lecture each week.\u00a0 <\/span>Prerequisite: BIO 270.<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 340 Vertebrate Zoology (4)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Focuses on the biology, ecology, taxonomy and comparative anatomy of animals within the vertebrates.\u00a0 <\/span>Students will have \u201chands-on\u201d experience with live and preserved specimens in the field and laboratory.\u00a0 <\/span>Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week.\u00a0 <\/span>Prerequisites: BIO 104.<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 341 Invertebrate Zoology (4)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Focuses on the biology, ecology, taxonomy and comparative anatomy of animals within the invertebrate phylum.\u00a0 <\/span>Students will have \u201chands-on\u201d experience with live and preserved specimens in the field and laboratory.\u00a0 <\/span>Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week.\u00a0 <\/span>Prerequisites: BIO 104.<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 342 Animal Behavior (4)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Biological study of vertebrate and invertebrate animal behavior.\u00a0 <\/span>Basic topics covered include animal learning, mechanisms of behavior, foraging, competition, defense against predation, aggression, sensory systems, communication, mating systems and parental care behavior.\u00a0 <\/span>Four hours of lecture per week.\u00a0 <\/span>Prerequisites: BIO 104.<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 350 Advanced Physiology (4)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

An integrated study of human physiology at the biochemical, cellular, tissue, and organ level.\u00a0 <\/span>Designed primarily for upper division science and nursing majors.\u00a0 <\/span>Emphasis will be on explanation of biochemical and cellular mechanisms in the major organ systems of the human body. Prerequisite:\u00a0 <\/span>BIO 216 or permission of instructor. <\/span>This class is a biology program elective.<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 351 Genetics (4)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

A broad coverage of the field of genetics to include discussion of the transmission, chemical nature and function of genetic material, with special attention to its importance in medicine, agriculture, and other aspects of human life and culture. Prerequisite: BIO 104 or permission of instructor.<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 375 Applied and Environmental Microbiology (4)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

General principles and application of industrial and environmental microbiology focusing on useful microbial processes.\u00a0 <\/span>Investigate role of microbes in water pollution control, environmental health, element cycling in the environment, industrial applications, and biomedical applications.\u00a0 <\/span>Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week.\u00a0 <\/span>Prerequisites:\u00a0 <\/span>BIO 101 or BIO 103 and CHE 130.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 380 Evolution (4)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Introduction to evolutionary theory.\u00a0 <\/span>Includes the historical development of components of evolutionary theory, population level microevolution, the fossil record and macroevolution, and current methods in evolutionary research including their application to genetic engineering.\u00a0 <\/span>Meets new General Education Natural Science requirement. Prerequisite: BIO 104<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 390 Junior Seminar (1)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Introduction to the general principles and procedures of scientific research with emphasis on the use of scientific literature and methods of research.\u00a0 <\/span>Seminar, 1 hour each week.\u00a0 <\/span>Prerequisite: Junior status.<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 401 Phylogenetics (4)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Introduces students to methodologies of reconstruction evolutionary history.\u00a0 <\/span>The history of various approaches is covered as well as current and emerging philosophical debates in the field.\u00a0 <\/span>Modern methods utilizing computational analysis will be taught along with specific issues regarding different types of data.\u00a0 <\/span>Prerequisites:\u00a0 <\/span>BIO 270, BIO 351, BIO 380. <\/span>This class is a biology program elective.<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 470 Molecular Biology (4)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Modern molecular biology with an emphasis on gene structure and activity and the biochemistry related to the understanding of the functions of the gene.\u00a0 <\/span>Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week.\u00a0 <\/span>Prerequisites: BIO 104, BIO 270<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 472 Oncology (4)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

This course will provide an introduction to the field of cancer biology, covering how cancer develops from defects in genes that govern normal cell growth and death processes. Throughout the course, an emphasis will be placed on comparing the common cellular pathways that are deregulated across many cancer types, thus highlighting the pharmacological targets of current cancer therapies.\u00a0 <\/span>Also, a special section will cover the use of engineered nanomaterials for cancer prevention and novel treatment strategies.\u00a0 <\/span>After covering relevant introductory concepts, a review and research paper will be assigned to the class, with students taking the lead in a topical discussion of the research paper.\u00a0 <\/span>At least 1 week will be allowed for preparation.\u00a0 <\/span>Guidelines for how to best structure these discussions will be provided.\u00a0 <\/span>Prerequisites: BIO 270 and BIO 351 or equivalents. <\/span>This class is a biology program elective.<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 474 Developmental Biology (4)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Developmental Biology provides an introduction to the broad field of developmental biology, covering both invertebrates (i.e. files and worms) and vertebrates (i.e. frogs and mammals). Throughout the course, an emphasis will be placed on the signaling pathways that regulate development between different animal species, this highlighting the evolutionary conserved nature of development. Influential research articles will also be assigned to the class, with students taking the lead in topical discussions of the research paper. <\/span>This class is a biology program elective.<\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 487 Senior Life Science Seminar (1)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

A capstone seminar focusing on biology research conducted by seniors and faculty.\u00a0 <\/span>Seminar, 1 hour each week.\u00a0 <\/span>Prerequisites: BIO 390 and Senior status. <\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 488 Senior Bioinformatics Seminar (1)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Capstone seminar focusing on bioinformatics research conducted by seniors and faculty.\u00a0 <\/span>Seminar, 1 hour each week.\u00a0 <\/span>Prerequisites: BIO 390 and Senior status. <\/span><\/p>\n

BIO 489 Senior Biotechnology Seminar (1)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Capstone seminar focusing on biotechnology research conducted by seniors and faculty.\u00a0 <\/span>Seminar, 1 hour each week.\u00a0 <\/span>Prerequisites: BIO 390 and Senior status. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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