An advanced study of structure-function relationships in eukaryotic cells. Emphasis on cell membranes, organelles, protein targeting, secretory pathway, bioenergetics, cytoskeleton, and cell motility. Labs focus on experimental studies of cellular structure and function using techniques of modern cell and molecular biology. Developmental Biology Four hours Development of vertebrates and invertebrates from gametogenesis through organogenesis. Emphasis on cellular and molecular mechanisms involved in differentiation, morphogenesis, and determination of the body plan.
Labs focus on experimentation with living, developing organisms.
A systems oriented approach of cadaver dissection allowing students to specialize content generally not able to be covered in BIO 2154. Can be repeated for credit. Three hours of lab per week. Four hours John Brown University offers a wide variety of Environmental and field courses during the summer and May term at Au Sable Institute for Environmental Studies and through the Coalition for Christian Colleges and Universities. See departmental advisor for courses offered.