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Your search for courses · during 2023-24 · taught by dwalser · returned 6 results
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BIOL 125 Genes, Evolution, and Development and Lab 6 credits
Emphasizes the role of genetic information in biological systems. Under this theme, we cover subjects from the molecular to the population levels of organization, including genetics, structure/function of DNA, gene expression and regulation, the changing genetic makeup of species as they evolve, and the development of individual organisms from zygotes. The active learning format of this course allows time in class to apply new concepts with faculty present. Students enter Carleton from a wide variety of academic experiences and our introductory courses are designed to provide a level playing field for students regardless of previous science background.
Sophomore Priority with two spots held for upperclass students
- Fall 2023, Winter 2024, Spring 2024
- Science with Lab Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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BIOL 310 Immunology 6 credits
This course will examine the role of the immune system in defense, allergic reactions, and autoimmunity. Topics to be covered include the structure and function of antibodies, cytokines, the role of the major histocompatibility complex in antigen presentation, cellular immunity, immunodeficiencies, and current techniques used to study immune responses.
- Winter 2024
- Quantitative Reasoning Encounter
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Biology 125 and 126 and either Biology 240 or 280
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BIOL 310.00 Winter 2024
- Faculty:Debby Walser-Kuntz 🏫 👤
- Size:30
- M, WHulings 316 12:30pm-1:40pm
- FHulings 316 1:10pm-2:10pm
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BIOL 311 Immunology Laboratory 2 credits
In this laboratory course, students will explore experimental design, immunology-related techniques, and the communication of scientific findings.
- Winter 2024
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Biology 125 and 126 and either Biology 240 or 280 and concurrent registration in Biology 310
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BIOL 311.01 Winter 2024
- Faculty:Debby Walser-Kuntz 🏫 👤
- Size:15
- THHulings 206 1:00pm-5:00pm
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BIOL 399 Critical Reading and Analysis of Primary Literature 3 credits
Guided instruction in reading and interpretation of contemporary primary literature in Biology.
BIOL 400 required.
- Fall 2023, Winter 2024
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Biology 125, 126 and three upper-level Biology courses
concurrent registration in Biology 400
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BIOL 400 Integrative Exercise 2 credits
Preparation and submission of the written portion of the Integrative Exercise. Continuing course (fall or winter). Oral examination, evaluation of the Integrative Exercise, and participation in visiting speakers seminars (spring).
- Fall 2023, Winter 2024, Spring 2024
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IDSC 238 Vaccines: Science, Skeptics, and Stakeholders 6 credits
Vaccines are often touted as one of humankind’s greatest biomedical achievements. They have undoubtedly prevented hundreds of millions of deaths from infectious diseases since their discovery. Yet, there remain many obstacles that prevent their wider development and dissemination. Among these are the technological challenges associated with vaccine development, the well-funded anti-vaccination movements that often thrive on and spread misinformation, and economic hurdles that affect the production and equitable distribution of vaccines. Through an interdisciplinary lens that incorporates material from biology, psychology, and economics, this course will allow students to reach an integrated understanding of vaccines.
- Spring 2024