Prerequisite: BIO101
Cell Biology (BIO201) introduces
students to the mechanisms that cells
use to regulate the physical properties of
their dynamic architecture, to produce
force and move, to compartmentalize and
transport proteins, to regulate growth
and death, and to communicate with
their environment. The course focuses on
human cells, and emphasis is placed on
human diseases where appropriate. Upon
course completion, students have a comprehensive
understanding of the function
and architecture of cells.
Because experimentation is at the heart
of progress in cell biology, 50% of classes
contain practical work, completed over
the course of the semester. The intention
is to allow students to develop their
knowledge in the subject area, to acquire
sound scientific reasoning, and to become
familiar with the main techniques of
modern cell biology, like quantitative
microscopy imaging and computerassisted
data analysis.
Cell Biology (BIO 201) introduces students to the mechanisms that cells use to regulate the physical properties of their dynamic architecture, to produce force and move, to compartmentalize and transport proteins, to regulate growth and death, and to communicate with their environment. The course focuses on human cells, and emphasis is placed on human diseases where appropriate. Upon course completion, students have a comprehensive understanding of the function and architecture of cells.
Because experimentation is at the heart of progress in cell biology, 50% of classes contain practical work, completed over the course of the semester. The intention is to allow students to develop their knowledge in the subject area, to acquire sound scientific reasoning, and to become familiar with the main techniques of modern cell biology, like quantitative microscopy imaging and computer-assisted data analysis.