The cell is the basic unit of organization of all life. Cell biology integrates principles from biochemistry, genetics, chemistry, and physiology to understand cellular processes and their regulation and to relate defects in these processes to human diseases. In this course, we will learn about the inner life of cells: how they function, grow, and die. Upon completion of this course, the student will gain a deeper understanding of 1) cell structure and functions, 2) internal and external regulation of cellular processes, 3) biological information flow, and 4) human diseases that result from impaired cellular structures. Includes a required lab which meets once per week for three hours. The lab illustrates principles of eukaryotic cellular biology, with emphasis on modern instrumentation techniques. Applies to the Cell/Molecular category requirement for Biology majors.
Includes a required corequisite lab, Biology 272AL.