BIO 0464 - Advanced Cell Biology

Spring 3 Credit Hours
A current perspective on cell biology will be addressed by examining various aspects of cell structure and function. Emphasis will be on communication and regulation mechanisms in both normal and abnormal states. In addition, the historical aspects of cell biology research and the techniques used by researchers will be discussed. Specific topics will be chosen each semester depending on current research with the use of primary literature to illustrate important concepts. Three lectures per week. Prerequisite: BIO 0210 with a grade of ‘C” or better.