BIO 205 - Cell Biology

Course unit(s): 1
Prerequisite(s): BIO 175 From Organisms to Molecules .
The structure and function of eukaryotic cells will be explored at the molecular, biochemical, and organelle levels. Topics include protein targeting, the cytoskeleton, motor proteins, cell signaling, membranes, energetics, the cell cycle, cancer, cell death and renewal. Laboratory provides experience in data analysis, methods of microscopy, cell measurements, and cell culture. Self-designed investigations test hypotheses using fluorescent microscopy of cultured eukaryotic cells. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours per week.