The structure and function of eucaryotic cells and organisms from a molecular viewpoint. Study of eucaryotic genome and gene organization, DNA packaging and replication, RNA transcription and splicing, translation into proteins and how these processes are regulated. Discussion of HIV, cancer, and evolution on the molecular level. Dr. Sulzinski 5 Cr. A detailed suvey of viruses important to animals and plants, including structure, replication, pathogenicity, and diagnostic techniques.
Strong emphasis is placed on the molecular biology of viruses in lacture and lab.
3 Hrs. lab. Dr. M. Carey 4.5 Cr. Dr. Townsend 5 Cr. Study of physical, chemical and biological factors that influence the distribution and abundance of organisms and determine the relationships among organisms from the population to the ecosystem level. 3 Hrs. lab.