printer friendly pageBIO 132: Advanced Imaging Lab in Biophysics (APPPHYS 232, BIO 232, BIOE 232, BIOPHYS 232, GENE 232)
Laboratory and lectures. Advanced microscopy and imaging, emphasizing hands-on experience with state-of-the-art techniques. Students construct and operate working apparatus. Topics include microscope optics, Koehler illumination, contrast-generating mechanisms (bright/dark field, fluorescence, phase contrast, differential interference contrast), and resolution limits. Laboratory topics vary by year, but include single-molecule fluorescence, fluorescence resonance energy transfer, confocal microscopy, two-photon microscopy, microendoscopy, and optical trapping. Limited enrollment. Recommended: basic physics, basic cell biology, and consent of instructor.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 4
| UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci
BIO 136: Macroevolution (BIO 236, EPS 136, EPS 236)
(Formerly
GEOLSCI 136 and 236) The course will focus on the macroevolution of animals. We will be exploring how paleobiology and developmental biology/genomics have contributed to our understanding of the origins of animals, and how patterns of evolution and extinction have shaped the diversity of animal forms we observe today. Change of Department Name: Earth and Planetary Science (Formerly Geologic Sciences).
Terms: Spr
| Units: 3
| UG Reqs: WAY-SMA
BIO 144: Conservation Biology: A Latin American Perspective (BIO 234, HUMBIO 112)
Principles and application of the science of preserving biological diversity. Conceptually, this course is designed to explore the major components relevant to the conservation of biodiversity, as exemplified by the Latin American region. The conceptual frameworks and principles, however, should be generally applicable, and provide insights for all regions of the world. All students will be expected to conduct a literature research exercise leading to a written report, addressing a topic of their choosing, derived from any of the themes discussed in class.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 3
| UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci
Instructors:
Dirzo, R. (PI)
;
Bello Carvalho, R. (TA)
BIO 146: Genes and Disease
Students in this course will uncover key principles of genetics and molecular biology through investigation of case studies of human disease and novel therapeutic approaches in development. This course will require close reading and discussion of primary literature and will emphasize and support the development of critical skills in scientific communication. Students will utilize a variety of mediums to convey scientific information to a range of audiences in a series of projects completed during the quarter. Prerequisites:
BIO 82, 83 and 86 or equivalent.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 3
Instructors:
Imam, J. (PI)
;
Haghani, N. (TA)
BIO 150: Human Behavioral Biology (HUMBIO 160)
Multidisciplinary. How to approach complex normal and abnormal behaviors through biology. How to integrate disciplines including sociobiology, ethology, neuroscience, and endocrinology to examine behaviors such as aggression, sexual behavior, language use, and mental illness.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 5
| UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci, WAY-SMA
BIO 162: Mechanisms of Tissue Regeneration
Many organisms possess a remarkable ability to repair and regenerate damaged organs and tissues. This course will explore the cellular and developmental mechanisms used to achieve regeneration. Students will learn the basic developmental and cellular mechanisms underlying the original formation of organs during normal development and how these mechanisms are modified during the regenerative process. The course will also consider how our expanding knowledge of regeneration mechanisms could be used to promote medically useful regeneration in humans. The course will involve extensive reading and analysis of primary literature. Prerequisites:
BIO 86 (
BIO 160 or
BIO 158 recommended). Enrollment by permission of professor, apply at
https://forms.gle/uoGrzagSRdTGd2hU8.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 3
Instructors:
Simon, M. (PI)
BIO 172: Ecological Dynamics: Theory and Applications (BIO 272)
Structured population models with age and phenotypic variation. Integral population models, model fitting and dynamics. Fitness and dynamic heterogeneity. Examples from natural populations (sheep, roe deer, plants, birds). Graduate students will be responsible for additional problem sets. Prerequisites: calculus and linear algebra.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 4
Instructors:
Tuljapurkar, S. (PI)
BIO 173: Chemical Biology
Chemical biology is an integrative discipline that seeks to apply chemical tools and approaches to understand biology. This course will introduce students to various methods and approaches used in this field, with an emphasis on the use of natural products and synthetic small molecules as probes of biological function. Specific examples will be used to illustrate the ramifications of chemical biology with molecular, cell and developmental biology. The interaction between disease and drug discovery will be considered in detail. Prerequisites:
BIO 83, and
BIO 82 and/or
BIO 84.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 3
Instructors:
Dixon, S. (PI)
BIO 173H: Marine Conservation Biology (BIO 273H, OCEANS 173, OCEANS 173H, OCEANS 273H)
Class can be taken in person or via Zoom. Introduction to the key concepts of ecology and policy relevant to marine conservation issues at the population to ecosystems level. Focus on the origin and maintenance of biodiversity and conservation applications from both the biology and policy perspectives (for example, endangered species, captive breeding, reserve design, habitat fragmentation, ecosystem restoration/rehabilitation). Also includes emerging approaches such as ecosystem-based management, ocean planning, and coupled social-ecological systems. The course will include lectures, readings and discussions of primary literature, and attendance at seminars with visiting scholars. Prerequisite: introductory biology; suggested: a policy and/or introductory ecology course. Students who want to enroll only in the seminar and discussion course (2 units) should register for OCEANS/BIO 173HA. (Graduate students register for BIO/
OCEANS 273H.) For information on how to spend spring quarter i
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Class can be taken in person or via Zoom. Introduction to the key concepts of ecology and policy relevant to marine conservation issues at the population to ecosystems level. Focus on the origin and maintenance of biodiversity and conservation applications from both the biology and policy perspectives (for example, endangered species, captive breeding, reserve design, habitat fragmentation, ecosystem restoration/rehabilitation). Also includes emerging approaches such as ecosystem-based management, ocean planning, and coupled social-ecological systems. The course will include lectures, readings and discussions of primary literature, and attendance at seminars with visiting scholars. Prerequisite: introductory biology; suggested: a policy and/or introductory ecology course. Students who want to enroll only in the seminar and discussion course (2 units) should register for OCEANS/BIO 173HA. (Graduate students register for BIO/
OCEANS 273H.) For information on how to spend spring quarter in residence:
https://hopkinsmarinestation.stanford.edu/undergraduate-studies/spring-courses-23-24 (Individual course registration also permitted.) Depending on enrollment numbers, a weekly shuttle to Hopkins or mileage reimbursements for qualifying carpools will be provided; terms and conditions apply.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 3
| UG Reqs: WAY-SMA
| Repeatable
for credit
(up to 99 units total)
Instructors:
Crowder, L. (PI)
;
Parker, Q. (TA)
BIO 182H: Stanford at Sea (BIO 323H, EARTHSYS 323, ESS 323, OCEANS 182H, OCEANS 323H)
(Graduate students register for 323H.) Five weeks of marine science including oceanography, marine physiology, policy, maritime studies, conservation, and nautical science at Hopkins Marine Station, followed by five weeks at sea aboard a sailing research vessel in the Pacific Ocean. Shore component comprised of three multidisciplinary courses meeting daily and continuing aboard ship. Students develop an independent research project plan while ashore, and carry out the research at sea. In collaboration with the Sea Education Association of Woods Hole, MA. Only 6 units may count towards the Biology major.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 16
| UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci, WAY-SMA
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