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This First-Year-Seminar covers concepts of biology taught through the lens of microbes and antibiotic resistance. Using environmental samples, students actively engage in the hunt for novel antimicrobials. Broader concepts include the meaning of disease, how that meaning has changed over time, and the implications of widespread antibiotic resistance for society. This is a research-based project lab course in which students participate as part of an international consortium of undergraduates at other colleges. Students will isolate and characterize antibiotic-producing bacteria from the environment using modern molecular biological techniques. This seminar is open to all students, regardless of major. No prior lab experience necessary.
We often think of bacteria in the context of dangerous or annoying infections. However, bacteria themselves can be infected by even smaller and more abundant entities: viruses called bacteriophages. This First-Year Seminar will combine readings and discussion of the fundamental biology of phages and their role in controlling populations of bacteria, with lab work to discover new phages from the Johns Hopkins campus. Phages identified in this class will be added to the Science Education Alliance’s archive which is comprised of phages from over 100 academic institutions worldwide and is a resource for phage biologists and physicians directly involved in developing phages as a treatment for disease.
Credits: 3.00
Level: Lower Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: Th 1:30PM - 4:00PM
Instructor: Fisher, Emily J
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) G72
Status: Open
Seats Available: 12/12
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.001.186 (01)
FYS: Tuberculosis
MW 4:30PM - 5:45PM
Horner, Robert D
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 189
FYS: Tuberculosis AS.001.186 (01)
Mycobacterium tuberculosis is an extremely successful intracellular bacterial pathogen able to manipulate phagocytic cells and its own metabolism to survive within a host. The molecular mechanisms of this survival and resistance to antibiotics will be studied. First years only.
Credits: 3.00
Level: Lower Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: MW 4:30PM - 5:45PM
Instructor: Horner, Robert D
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 189
Status: Open
Seats Available: 12/12
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.153 (01)
General Biology Laboratory I
M 1:30PM - 4:20PM
Pearlman, Rebecca Shari
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 272
General Biology Laboratory I AS.020.153 (01)
This course reinforces the topics covered in AS.020.151. Students participate in a semester-long project, identifying bacteria from Homewood campus soils using molecular biology techniques. Other laboratory exercises cover aspects of evolution, genomics and biochemistry. Cross-listed with Behavioral Biology. Student must have enrolled in AS.020.151 either this term or in past terms. Students who have credit for AP Biology but take General Biology Lab I will lose four credits of AP Biology credit. Cross-listed with Behavioral Biology.
Credits: 1.00
Level: Lower Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: M 1:30PM - 4:20PM
Instructor: Pearlman, Rebecca Shari
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 272
Status: Reserved Open
Seats Available: 72/72
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.153 (03)
General Biology Laboratory I
W 1:30PM - 4:20PM
Pearlman, Rebecca Shari
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 272
General Biology Laboratory I AS.020.153 (03)
This course reinforces the topics covered in AS.020.151. Students participate in a semester-long project, identifying bacteria from Homewood campus soils using molecular biology techniques. Other laboratory exercises cover aspects of evolution, genomics and biochemistry. Cross-listed with Behavioral Biology. Student must have enrolled in AS.020.151 either this term or in past terms. Students who have credit for AP Biology but take General Biology Lab I will lose four credits of AP Biology credit. Cross-listed with Behavioral Biology.
Credits: 1.00
Level: Lower Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: W 1:30PM - 4:20PM
Instructor: Pearlman, Rebecca Shari
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 272
Status: Open
Seats Available: 72/72
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.153 (04)
General Biology Laboratory I
Th 1:30PM - 4:20PM
Pearlman, Rebecca Shari
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 272
General Biology Laboratory I AS.020.153 (04)
This course reinforces the topics covered in AS.020.151. Students participate in a semester-long project, identifying bacteria from Homewood campus soils using molecular biology techniques. Other laboratory exercises cover aspects of evolution, genomics and biochemistry. Cross-listed with Behavioral Biology. Student must have enrolled in AS.020.151 either this term or in past terms. Students who have credit for AP Biology but take General Biology Lab I will lose four credits of AP Biology credit. Cross-listed with Behavioral Biology.
Credits: 1.00
Level: Lower Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: Th 1:30PM - 4:20PM
Instructor: Pearlman, Rebecca Shari
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 272
Status: Open
Seats Available: 72/72
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.151 (01)
General Biology I
MW 12:00PM - 1:15PM
Pearlman, Rebecca Shari; Shingles, Richard
Mudd 26
General Biology I AS.020.151 (01)
This course is an introduction to biology from an evolutionary, molecular and cellular perspective. Specific topics and themes include evolutionary theory, the structure and function of biological molecules, mechanisms of harvesting energy, cell division, classical genetics and gene expression.
Credits: 3.00
Level: Lower Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: MW 12:00PM - 1:15PM
Instructor: Pearlman, Rebecca Shari; Shingles, Richard
Room: Mudd 26
Status: Open
Seats Available: 250/250
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.151 (02)
General Biology I
TTh 12:00PM - 1:15PM
Roberson, Christov
Mudd 26
General Biology I AS.020.151 (02)
This course is an introduction to biology from an evolutionary, molecular and cellular perspective. Specific topics and themes include evolutionary theory, the structure and function of biological molecules, mechanisms of harvesting energy, cell division, classical genetics and gene expression.
Credits: 3.00
Level: Lower Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: TTh 12:00PM - 1:15PM
Instructor: Roberson, Christov
Room: Mudd 26
Status: Reserved Open
Seats Available: 250/250
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.153 (02)
General Biology Laboratory I
T 1:30PM - 4:20PM
Pearlman, Rebecca Shari
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 272
General Biology Laboratory I AS.020.153 (02)
This course reinforces the topics covered in AS.020.151. Students participate in a semester-long project, identifying bacteria from Homewood campus soils using molecular biology techniques. Other laboratory exercises cover aspects of evolution, genomics and biochemistry. Cross-listed with Behavioral Biology. Student must have enrolled in AS.020.151 either this term or in past terms. Students who have credit for AP Biology but take General Biology Lab I will lose four credits of AP Biology credit. Cross-listed with Behavioral Biology.
Credits: 1.00
Level: Lower Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: T 1:30PM - 4:20PM
Instructor: Pearlman, Rebecca Shari
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 272
Status: Open
Seats Available: 72/72
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.153 (05)
General Biology Laboratory I
F 1:30PM - 4:20PM
Pearlman, Rebecca Shari
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 272
General Biology Laboratory I AS.020.153 (05)
This course reinforces the topics covered in AS.020.151. Students participate in a semester-long project, identifying bacteria from Homewood campus soils using molecular biology techniques. Other laboratory exercises cover aspects of evolution, genomics and biochemistry. Cross-listed with Behavioral Biology. Student must have enrolled in AS.020.151 either this term or in past terms. Students who have credit for AP Biology but take General Biology Lab I will lose four credits of AP Biology credit. Cross-listed with Behavioral Biology.
Credits: 1.00
Level: Lower Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: F 1:30PM - 4:20PM
Instructor: Pearlman, Rebecca Shari
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 272
Status: Open
Seats Available: 72/72
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.153 (06)
General Biology Laboratory I
T 9:00AM - 11:50AM
Pearlman, Rebecca Shari
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 272
General Biology Laboratory I AS.020.153 (06)
This course reinforces the topics covered in AS.020.151. Students participate in a semester-long project, identifying bacteria from Homewood campus soils using molecular biology techniques. Other laboratory exercises cover aspects of evolution, genomics and biochemistry. Cross-listed with Behavioral Biology. Student must have enrolled in AS.020.151 either this term or in past terms. Students who have credit for AP Biology but take General Biology Lab I will lose four credits of AP Biology credit. Cross-listed with Behavioral Biology.
Credits: 1.00
Level: Lower Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: T 9:00AM - 11:50AM
Instructor: Pearlman, Rebecca Shari
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 272
Status: Open
Seats Available: 72/72
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.315 (01)
Biochemistry Project lab
M 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Johnson, Eric A
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 172
Biochemistry Project lab AS.020.315 (01)
This research project laboratory investigates the flow of energy through biological systems using focused examination of key cellular energy-conversion processes. Students will be introduced to the broad field of biochemistry research through computational structural analysis, directed mutation, recombinant protein production, and enzymatic analysis. Participants will be trained in biochemical laboratory techniques and expected to contribute their findings to the scientific community using formal, academic communications.
Credits: 1.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: M 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Instructor: Johnson, Eric A
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 172
Status: Open
Seats Available: 18/18
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.315 (04)
Biochemistry Project lab
T 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Johnson, Eric A
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 174
Biochemistry Project lab AS.020.315 (04)
This research project laboratory investigates the flow of energy through biological systems using focused examination of key cellular energy-conversion processes. Students will be introduced to the broad field of biochemistry research through computational structural analysis, directed mutation, recombinant protein production, and enzymatic analysis. Participants will be trained in biochemical laboratory techniques and expected to contribute their findings to the scientific community using formal, academic communications.
Credits: 1.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: T 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Instructor: Johnson, Eric A
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 174
Status: Open
Seats Available: 18/18
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.304 (01)
Molecular Biology
TTh 12:00PM - 1:15PM
Fisher, Emily J; Johnston, Robert J
Remsen Hall 1
Molecular Biology AS.020.304 (01)
This course will focus on the ways that nucleic acids direct the synthesis of nucleic acids and proteins. Emphasis will be on modern techniques to study these fundamental processes and important biological molecules. This course fulfills a core requirement for biology majors and molecular and cellular biology majors. This course does not fulfill the elective requirement for biology or molecular and cellular biology majors.
Credits: 3.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: TTh 12:00PM - 1:15PM
Instructor: Fisher, Emily J; Johnston, Robert J
Room: Remsen Hall 1
Status: Reserved Open
Seats Available: 300/300
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.315 (05)
Biochemistry Project lab
W 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Johnson, Eric A
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 172
Biochemistry Project lab AS.020.315 (05)
This research project laboratory investigates the flow of energy through biological systems using focused examination of key cellular energy-conversion processes. Students will be introduced to the broad field of biochemistry research through computational structural analysis, directed mutation, recombinant protein production, and enzymatic analysis. Participants will be trained in biochemical laboratory techniques and expected to contribute their findings to the scientific community using formal, academic communications.
Credits: 1.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: W 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Instructor: Johnson, Eric A
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 172
Status: Open
Seats Available: 18/18
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.305 (01)
Biochemistry
MW 12:00PM - 1:15PM
Hilser, Vincent; Tifft Oshinnaiye, Katie Elizabeth
Hodson 110
Biochemistry AS.020.305 (01)
The molecules responsible for the life processes of animals, plants, and microbes will be examined. The structures, biosynthesis, degradation, and interconversion of the major cellular constituents including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids will illustrate the similarity of the biomolecules and metabolic processes involved in diverse forms of life.
Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors Only.
Credits: 3.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: MW 12:00PM - 1:15PM
Instructor: Hilser, Vincent; Tifft Oshinnaiye, Katie Elizabeth
Room: Hodson 110
Status: Open
Seats Available: 460/460
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.315 (06)
Biochemistry Project lab
W 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Johnson, Eric A
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 174
Biochemistry Project lab AS.020.315 (06)
This research project laboratory investigates the flow of energy through biological systems using focused examination of key cellular energy-conversion processes. Students will be introduced to the broad field of biochemistry research through computational structural analysis, directed mutation, recombinant protein production, and enzymatic analysis. Participants will be trained in biochemical laboratory techniques and expected to contribute their findings to the scientific community using formal, academic communications.
Credits: 1.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: W 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Instructor: Johnson, Eric A
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 174
Status: Approval Required
Seats Available: 18/18
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.314 (01)
The Biology of Disease
MW 3:00PM - 4:15PM
Tifft Oshinnaiye, Katie Elizabeth
Remsen Hall 101
BIOL-UL
The Biology of Disease AS.020.314 (01)
Explore the current understanding of the biology of diseases in this upper-level elective! Each week, a new faculty member will present one class in a lecture style, followed by one class in an interactive discussion style. The faculty member will describe a disease and the fundamental biology relating to that disease and discuss the current state of the field, how their research influenced understanding of the disease, and progress towards treatments. The topics will build upon the basic concepts covered in genetics, cell biology, and molecular biology, and introduce topics related to biochemistry and developmental biology. The class will discuss a wide range of diseases including vision disorders, neurodegenerative diseases, and cancer. Class assessment will be based on homework involving asking questions about the seminar, writing brief summaries of seminars and discussions, and a final project related to topics and techniques from the semester.
Open to juniors and seniors.
Credits: 3.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: MW 3:00PM - 4:15PM
Instructor: Tifft Oshinnaiye, Katie Elizabeth
Room: Remsen Hall 101
Status: Reserved Open
Seats Available: 150/150
PosTag(s): BIOL-UL
AS.020.315 (02)
Biochemistry Project lab
M 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Johnson, Eric A
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 174
Biochemistry Project lab AS.020.315 (02)
This research project laboratory investigates the flow of energy through biological systems using focused examination of key cellular energy-conversion processes. Students will be introduced to the broad field of biochemistry research through computational structural analysis, directed mutation, recombinant protein production, and enzymatic analysis. Participants will be trained in biochemical laboratory techniques and expected to contribute their findings to the scientific community using formal, academic communications.
Credits: 1.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: M 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Instructor: Johnson, Eric A
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 174
Status: Open
Seats Available: 18/18
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.315 (03)
Biochemistry Project lab
T 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Johnson, Eric A
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 172
Biochemistry Project lab AS.020.315 (03)
This research project laboratory investigates the flow of energy through biological systems using focused examination of key cellular energy-conversion processes. Students will be introduced to the broad field of biochemistry research through computational structural analysis, directed mutation, recombinant protein production, and enzymatic analysis. Participants will be trained in biochemical laboratory techniques and expected to contribute their findings to the scientific community using formal, academic communications.
Credits: 1.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: T 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Instructor: Johnson, Eric A
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 172
Status: Open
Seats Available: 18/18
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.315 (07)
Biochemistry Project lab
Th 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Johnson, Eric A
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 172
Biochemistry Project lab AS.020.315 (07)
This research project laboratory investigates the flow of energy through biological systems using focused examination of key cellular energy-conversion processes. Students will be introduced to the broad field of biochemistry research through computational structural analysis, directed mutation, recombinant protein production, and enzymatic analysis. Participants will be trained in biochemical laboratory techniques and expected to contribute their findings to the scientific community using formal, academic communications.
Credits: 1.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: Th 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Instructor: Johnson, Eric A
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 172
Status: Approval Required
Seats Available: 18/18
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.161 (01)
Current Events in Biology I
T 12:00PM - 12:50PM
Pearlman, Rebecca Shari
Croft Hall B32
Current Events in Biology I AS.020.161 (01)
In this lively and collaborative course, students discuss current events and controversies in biology ranging from bioterrorism to the health of the Chesapeake Bay.
Credits: 1.00
Level: Lower Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: T 12:00PM - 12:50PM
Instructor: Pearlman, Rebecca Shari
Room: Croft Hall B32
Status: Open
Seats Available: 19/19
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.316 (03)
Cell Biology Lab
W 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Horner, Robert D
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 184
Cell Biology Lab AS.020.316 (03)
The Cell Biology Laboratory will use projects with the nematode C. elegans and mouse 3T3 cells in culture to illustrate experimental systems which are used in cell biology. Light microscopy, fluorescence microscopy, RNA interference, fluorescence-activated cell sorting, Western blotting and the culture of nematodes and cells are techniques which will be used. Because we will be using growing organisms, there will be at least one week when students will have to visit the lab the day after their section meets to complete an experiment.
Credits: 1.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: W 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Instructor: Horner, Robert D
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 184
Status: Open
Seats Available: 20/20
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.340 (03)
Developmental Genetics Lab
W 1:30PM - 5:20PM
Norris, Carolyn R
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 282
Developmental Genetics Lab AS.020.340 (03)
CRISPR (clustered regularly-interspaced short palindromic repeat) is one of the greatest advances in biology in the past decade, providing researchers with the tools to precisely and affordably edit genomes and physicians a new tool to cure disease. However, the ability to edit plant and animal genomes, including human genomes, comes with significant ethical considerations. This course will utilize a hybrid classroom-laboratory approach to provide students with both a comprehensive knowledge of the CRISPR system and a deeper understanding of how gene function is studied. At the end of the semester, you will not only understand how CRISPR works, but also have a better understanding of the power of genetics to illuminate molecular mechanisms of protein function.
Credits: 3.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: W 1:30PM - 5:20PM
Instructor: Norris, Carolyn R
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 282
Status: Open
Seats Available: 20/20
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.340 (07)
Developmental Genetics Lab
Th 1:30PM - 5:20PM
Norris, Carolyn R
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 282
Developmental Genetics Lab AS.020.340 (07)
CRISPR (clustered regularly-interspaced short palindromic repeat) is one of the greatest advances in biology in the past decade, providing researchers with the tools to precisely and affordably edit genomes and physicians a new tool to cure disease. However, the ability to edit plant and animal genomes, including human genomes, comes with significant ethical considerations. This course will utilize a hybrid classroom-laboratory approach to provide students with both a comprehensive knowledge of the CRISPR system and a deeper understanding of how gene function is studied. At the end of the semester, you will not only understand how CRISPR works, but also have a better understanding of the power of genetics to illuminate molecular mechanisms of protein function.
Credits: 3.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: Th 1:30PM - 5:20PM
Instructor: Norris, Carolyn R
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 282
Status: Open
Seats Available: 20/20
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.315 (08)
Biochemistry Project lab
Th 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Johnson, Eric A
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 174
Biochemistry Project lab AS.020.315 (08)
This research project laboratory investigates the flow of energy through biological systems using focused examination of key cellular energy-conversion processes. Students will be introduced to the broad field of biochemistry research through computational structural analysis, directed mutation, recombinant protein production, and enzymatic analysis. Participants will be trained in biochemical laboratory techniques and expected to contribute their findings to the scientific community using formal, academic communications.
Credits: 1.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: Th 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Instructor: Johnson, Eric A
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 174
Status: Approval Required
Seats Available: 18/18
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.315 (09)
Biochemistry Project lab
F 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Johnson, Eric A
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 172
Biochemistry Project lab AS.020.315 (09)
This research project laboratory investigates the flow of energy through biological systems using focused examination of key cellular energy-conversion processes. Students will be introduced to the broad field of biochemistry research through computational structural analysis, directed mutation, recombinant protein production, and enzymatic analysis. Participants will be trained in biochemical laboratory techniques and expected to contribute their findings to the scientific community using formal, academic communications.
Credits: 1.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: F 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Instructor: Johnson, Eric A
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 172
Status: Approval Required
Seats Available: 18/18
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.316 (01)
Cell Biology Lab
M 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Horner, Robert D
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 184
Cell Biology Lab AS.020.316 (01)
The Cell Biology Laboratory will use projects with the nematode C. elegans and mouse 3T3 cells in culture to illustrate experimental systems which are used in cell biology. Light microscopy, fluorescence microscopy, RNA interference, fluorescence-activated cell sorting, Western blotting and the culture of nematodes and cells are techniques which will be used. Because we will be using growing organisms, there will be at least one week when students will have to visit the lab the day after their section meets to complete an experiment.
Credits: 1.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: M 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Instructor: Horner, Robert D
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 184
Status: Open
Seats Available: 20/20
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.315 (10)
Biochemistry Project lab
F 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Johnson, Eric A
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 174
Biochemistry Project lab AS.020.315 (10)
This research project laboratory investigates the flow of energy through biological systems using focused examination of key cellular energy-conversion processes. Students will be introduced to the broad field of biochemistry research through computational structural analysis, directed mutation, recombinant protein production, and enzymatic analysis. Participants will be trained in biochemical laboratory techniques and expected to contribute their findings to the scientific community using formal, academic communications.
Credits: 1.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: F 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Instructor: Johnson, Eric A
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 174
Status: Approval Required
Seats Available: 18/18
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.331 (01)
Human Genetics
TTh 10:30AM - 11:45AM
Hedgecock, Edward M
Mudd 26
BIOL-UL
Human Genetics AS.020.331 (01)
Will examine the growing impact of human genetics on the biological sciences, on law and medicine, and on our understanding of human origins. Topics include structure and evolution of human genome, genetic and physical mapping of human chromosomes, molecular genetics of inherited diseases and forensic genetics.
Credits: 3.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: TTh 10:30AM - 11:45AM
Instructor: Hedgecock, Edward M
Room: Mudd 26
Status: Open
Seats Available: 175/175
PosTag(s): BIOL-UL
AS.020.316 (02)
Cell Biology Lab
T 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Horner, Robert D
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 184
Cell Biology Lab AS.020.316 (02)
The Cell Biology Laboratory will use projects with the nematode C. elegans and mouse 3T3 cells in culture to illustrate experimental systems which are used in cell biology. Light microscopy, fluorescence microscopy, RNA interference, fluorescence-activated cell sorting, Western blotting and the culture of nematodes and cells are techniques which will be used. Because we will be using growing organisms, there will be at least one week when students will have to visit the lab the day after their section meets to complete an experiment.
Credits: 1.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: T 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Instructor: Horner, Robert D
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 184
Status: Open
Seats Available: 20/20
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.335 (01)
Bioenergetics
MW 3:00PM - 4:15PM
Moudrianakis, E N
Mudd 100
BIOL-UL, ENGY-TECH
Bioenergetics AS.020.335 (01)
Lectures will focus on the study of energy flow in living organisms and between them and their environment. For all of land and most of aquatic living systems the ultimate source of energy is sunlight, which, in turn, drives the primary conversion of physical energy (photon flow) into chemical energy, ultimately stored in primary metabolites. This process is Photosynthesis, in which the capture of photons initiates a chain of oxidation-reduction reactions which, via ensuing electron flow among appropriate carries embedded within biological insulators (bio-membranes), yield a transmembrane electrochemical gradient ( a battery). This potential is ultimately utilized to produce high energy chemicals, the fuel that drives all forms of metabolism and supports the manifestation of the phenomena of Life. The sequence of events is reversed during oxidative metabolism, e.g. in mitochondria. Student presentations will follow focused on specific topics of energy utilization by selected biological process as well as on issues of Bioremediation.
Credits: 3.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: MW 3:00PM - 4:15PM
Instructor: Moudrianakis, E N
Room: Mudd 100
Status: Approval Required
Seats Available: 18/18
PosTag(s): BIOL-UL, ENGY-TECH
AS.020.340 (01)
Developmental Genetics Lab
T 1:30PM - 5:20PM
Norris, Carolyn R
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 284
Developmental Genetics Lab AS.020.340 (01)
CRISPR (clustered regularly-interspaced short palindromic repeat) is one of the greatest advances in biology in the past decade, providing researchers with the tools to precisely and affordably edit genomes and physicians a new tool to cure disease. However, the ability to edit plant and animal genomes, including human genomes, comes with significant ethical considerations. This course will utilize a hybrid classroom-laboratory approach to provide students with both a comprehensive knowledge of the CRISPR system and a deeper understanding of how gene function is studied. At the end of the semester, you will not only understand how CRISPR works, but also have a better understanding of the power of genetics to illuminate molecular mechanisms of protein function.
Credits: 3.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: T 1:30PM - 5:20PM
Instructor: Norris, Carolyn R
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 284
Status: Open
Seats Available: 20/20
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.340 (02)
Developmental Genetics Lab
W 1:30PM - 5:20PM
Norris, Carolyn R
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 284
Developmental Genetics Lab AS.020.340 (02)
CRISPR (clustered regularly-interspaced short palindromic repeat) is one of the greatest advances in biology in the past decade, providing researchers with the tools to precisely and affordably edit genomes and physicians a new tool to cure disease. However, the ability to edit plant and animal genomes, including human genomes, comes with significant ethical considerations. This course will utilize a hybrid classroom-laboratory approach to provide students with both a comprehensive knowledge of the CRISPR system and a deeper understanding of how gene function is studied. At the end of the semester, you will not only understand how CRISPR works, but also have a better understanding of the power of genetics to illuminate molecular mechanisms of protein function.
Credits: 3.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: W 1:30PM - 5:20PM
Instructor: Norris, Carolyn R
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 284
Status: Open
Seats Available: 20/20
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.340 (04)
Developmental Genetics Lab
W 5:30PM - 9:20PM
Norris, Carolyn R
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 284
Developmental Genetics Lab AS.020.340 (04)
CRISPR (clustered regularly-interspaced short palindromic repeat) is one of the greatest advances in biology in the past decade, providing researchers with the tools to precisely and affordably edit genomes and physicians a new tool to cure disease. However, the ability to edit plant and animal genomes, including human genomes, comes with significant ethical considerations. This course will utilize a hybrid classroom-laboratory approach to provide students with both a comprehensive knowledge of the CRISPR system and a deeper understanding of how gene function is studied. At the end of the semester, you will not only understand how CRISPR works, but also have a better understanding of the power of genetics to illuminate molecular mechanisms of protein function.
Credits: 3.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: W 5:30PM - 9:20PM
Instructor: Norris, Carolyn R
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 284
Status: Open
Seats Available: 20/20
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.340 (06)
Developmental Genetics Lab
Th 1:30PM - 5:20PM
Norris, Carolyn R
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 284
Developmental Genetics Lab AS.020.340 (06)
CRISPR (clustered regularly-interspaced short palindromic repeat) is one of the greatest advances in biology in the past decade, providing researchers with the tools to precisely and affordably edit genomes and physicians a new tool to cure disease. However, the ability to edit plant and animal genomes, including human genomes, comes with significant ethical considerations. This course will utilize a hybrid classroom-laboratory approach to provide students with both a comprehensive knowledge of the CRISPR system and a deeper understanding of how gene function is studied. At the end of the semester, you will not only understand how CRISPR works, but also have a better understanding of the power of genetics to illuminate molecular mechanisms of protein function.
Credits: 3.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: Th 1:30PM - 5:20PM
Instructor: Norris, Carolyn R
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 284
Status: Open
Seats Available: 20/20
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.316 (04)
Cell Biology Lab
Th 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Horner, Robert D
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 184
Cell Biology Lab AS.020.316 (04)
The Cell Biology Laboratory will use projects with the nematode C. elegans and mouse 3T3 cells in culture to illustrate experimental systems which are used in cell biology. Light microscopy, fluorescence microscopy, RNA interference, fluorescence-activated cell sorting, Western blotting and the culture of nematodes and cells are techniques which will be used. Because we will be using growing organisms, there will be at least one week when students will have to visit the lab the day after their section meets to complete an experiment.
Credits: 1.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: Th 1:30PM - 4:30PM
Instructor: Horner, Robert D
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 184
Status: Open
Seats Available: 20/20
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.350 (01)
Introduction to Clinical Medicine
T 6:30PM - 8:50PM
Meyers, David L
Croft Hall B32
Introduction to Clinical Medicine AS.020.350 (01)
Perm. Req’d.
Post-Bac Students Only
Credits: 2.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: T 6:30PM - 8:50PM
Instructor: Meyers, David L
Room: Croft Hall B32
Status: Approval Required
Seats Available: 35/35
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.351 (01)
Cancer Biology
TTh 1:30PM - 2:45PM
Hoyt, Andrew Andrew
Krieger 307
BIOL-UL
Cancer Biology AS.020.351 (01)
While the “war on cancer” has produced modest victories with respect to clinical outcomes, our knowledge of the cellular mechanisms of cancer is now vast and represents one of the most significant scientific achievements of the past 40 years. Key aspects of cancer biology will be covered with a combination of textbook and original literature readings. Topics will include cancer cell characteristics, oncogenes, tumor suppressor genes, apoptosis, metastasis and immuno-surveillance of cancer cells. Application of our knowledge to the rational treatment of cancer will also be discussed.
Credits: 3.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: TTh 1:30PM - 2:45PM
Instructor: Hoyt, Andrew Andrew
Room: Krieger 307
Status: Open
Seats Available: 22/22
PosTag(s): BIOL-UL
AS.020.340 (05)
Developmental Genetics Lab
W 5:30PM - 9:20PM
Norris, Carolyn R
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 282
Developmental Genetics Lab AS.020.340 (05)
CRISPR (clustered regularly-interspaced short palindromic repeat) is one of the greatest advances in biology in the past decade, providing researchers with the tools to precisely and affordably edit genomes and physicians a new tool to cure disease. However, the ability to edit plant and animal genomes, including human genomes, comes with significant ethical considerations. This course will utilize a hybrid classroom-laboratory approach to provide students with both a comprehensive knowledge of the CRISPR system and a deeper understanding of how gene function is studied. At the end of the semester, you will not only understand how CRISPR works, but also have a better understanding of the power of genetics to illuminate molecular mechanisms of protein function.
Credits: 3.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: W 5:30PM - 9:20PM
Instructor: Norris, Carolyn R
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 282
Status: Approval Required
Seats Available: 20/20
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.351 (02)
Cancer Biology
MW 3:00PM - 4:15PM
Hoyt, Andrew Andrew
Krieger 307
BIOL-UL
Cancer Biology AS.020.351 (02)
While the “war on cancer” has produced modest victories with respect to clinical outcomes, our knowledge of the cellular mechanisms of cancer is now vast and represents one of the most significant scientific achievements of the past 40 years. Key aspects of cancer biology will be covered with a combination of textbook and original literature readings. Topics will include cancer cell characteristics, oncogenes, tumor suppressor genes, apoptosis, metastasis and immuno-surveillance of cancer cells. Application of our knowledge to the rational treatment of cancer will also be discussed.
Credits: 3.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: MW 3:00PM - 4:15PM
Instructor: Hoyt, Andrew Andrew
Room: Krieger 307
Status: Open
Seats Available: 22/22
PosTag(s): BIOL-UL
AS.020.410 (01)
Teaching and Learning in Biology
W 10:00AM - 10:50AM
Fisher, Emily J; Roberson, Christov; Tifft Oshinnaiye, Katie Elizabeth
UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 189
Teaching and Learning in Biology AS.020.410 (01)
This course is by instructor permission only and exclusively for students who are invited and accepted to be learning assistants for other Biology courses. The course will focus on discussing education and application of current best teaching practices to Biology classes.
Credits: 1.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: W 10:00AM - 10:50AM
Instructor: Fisher, Emily J; Roberson, Christov; Tifft Oshinnaiye, Katie Elizabeth
Room: UG Teaching Lab (UTL) 189
Status: Approval Required
Seats Available: 18/18
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.080.305 (01)
Neuroscience: Cellular and Systems I
TTh 10:30AM - 11:45AM
Fetsch, Christopher R; Kuchibhotla, Kishore V; Zhao, Haiqing
Remsen Hall 1
BIOL-UL, ARCH-ARCH, COGS-NEURO, CHBE-ACBE
Neuroscience: Cellular and Systems I AS.080.305 (01)
(Formerly Nervous Systems I) Neuroscience: Cellular and Systems I is a fully integrated, two-semester course that surveys the cellular and molecular biology of neurons as well as the structure and function of the nervous system. Students must register for Neuroscience: Cellular and Systems II offered in the second term. Course open to JHU undergraduates only.
Credits: 3.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: TTh 10:30AM - 11:45AM
Instructor: Fetsch, Christopher R; Kuchibhotla, Kishore V; Zhao, Haiqing
Focuses on reproductive physiology and biochemical and molecular regulation of the female and male reproductive tracts. Topics include the hypothalamus and pituitary, peptide and steroid hormone action, epididymis and male accessory sex organs, female reproductive tract, menstrual cycle, ovulation and gamete transport, fertilization and fertility enhancement, sexually transmitted diseases, and male and female contraceptive methods. Introductory lectures on each topic followed by research-oriented lectures and readings from current literature.
Credits: 2.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: W 3:00PM - 4:45PM
Instructor: Zirkin, Barry R
Room: Olin 305
Status: Open
Seats Available: 100/100
PosTag(s): BIOL-UL, BEHB-BIOBEH, CHBE-ACBE
AS.360.339 (01)
Planets, Life and the Universe
MWF 11:00AM - 11:50AM
DiRuggiero, Jocelyne
Hodson 203
BIOL-UL, CHBE-ACBE
Planets, Life and the Universe AS.360.339 (01)
This multidisciplinary course explores the origins of life, planet formation, Earth's evolution, extrasolar planets, habitable zones, life in extreme environments, the search for life in the Universe, space missions, and planetary protection. Recommended Course Background: Three upper level (300+) courses in sciences (Biophysics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Astronomy, Math, or Computer Science).
Credits: 3.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: MWF 11:00AM - 11:50AM
Instructor: DiRuggiero, Jocelyne
Room: Hodson 203
Status: Open
Seats Available: 30/30
PosTag(s): BIOL-UL, CHBE-ACBE
AS.020.441 (01)
Mentoring in General Biology
M 5:00PM - 5:15PM
Pearlman, Rebecca Shari; Shingles, Richard
Mentoring in General Biology AS.020.441 (01)
To become a mentor, students must have successfully completed AS.020.151/152, must apply using the form on the Biology Dept. website ( https://bio.jhu.edu/undergraduate/courses/ ), and must be accepted by the instructors. The deadline to apply is April 15th. S/U
Credits: 1.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: M 5:00PM - 5:15PM
Instructor: Pearlman, Rebecca Shari; Shingles, Richard
Room:
Status: Approval Required
Seats Available: 36/36
PosTag(s): n/a
AS.020.374 (01)
Comparative Physiology
TTh 12:00PM - 1:15PM
Coppola, Anna
Shaffer 3
BIOL-UL, BEHB-BIOBEH
Comparative Physiology AS.020.374 (01)
This class examines animal physiology from an evolutionary and comparative viewpoint. The goal is to examine the commonalities, as well as unique differences, in how various animal organisms address the necessary life functions. Topics will include metabolism, neural systems, respiration, muscle systems, water and salt homeostasis, thermal regulation, and reproduction
Credits: 3.00
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Days/Times: TTh 12:00PM - 1:15PM
Instructor: Coppola, Anna
Room: Shaffer 3
Status: Open
Seats Available: 90/90
PosTag(s): BIOL-UL, BEHB-BIOBEH
AS.020.364 (01)
Molecular and Cellular Mechanisms of Reproduction
T 2:00PM - 3:45PM
Zirkin, Barry R
Mudd 100
BIOL-UL
Molecular and Cellular Mechanisms of Reproduction AS.020.364 (01)
This course will address current research in the cellular and molecular biology of fundamental reproductive processes. The topics covered will vary from year to year, based on current issues in the scientific literature. The focus will be on cellular and molecular mechanisms involved in the synthesis and actions of hormones, gametogenesis, fertilization, pathologies of the reproductive tracts, developmental origins of reproductive health and disease, contraception, and infertility. The emphasis will be on defining cellular and molecular mechanisms that regulate reproductive processes, identifying the hypotheses tested in scientific papers and the strengths and limitations of experimental methods used to test the hypotheses, and evaluating and integrating data described in scientific papers. Classes will consist of a mix of lectures and student oral presentations.
Recommended coursework: Reproductive Physiology