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Class number:
3188
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Title: Stem Cells |
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Department: Biology |
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Career: Undergraduate |
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Component: Lecture |
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Session: Regular |
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Instructor's Permission Required: No |
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Grading Basis: Regular |
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Units: 1.00 |
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Current enrollment: 16 |
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Available seats: 3 |
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Start date: Tuesday, January 21, 2025 |
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End date: Friday, May 9, 2025 |
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Mode of Instruction: In Person |
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Schedule: W: 1:30PM-4:10PM, MECC - 260 |
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Instructor(s): Bennett, Heather |
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Prerequisite(s): None |
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Distribution Requirement: Meets Natural Science Requirement |
Course Description:
Stem cells have fascinated scientists and physicians for their ability to transform what is possible in treating human disease. But what are stem cells, and how are they different than other cell types? How can stem cells be used in medicine? In this course students will learn the basic biology underlying cell development and how cells communicate to form specialized cells like blood, skin, or muscle cells. In addition, we will also discuss how scientists and physicians can harness stem cells to treat human disease and how stem cells are used to uncover the foundations of life. No previous biology experience required, and this course is not creditable to the Biology major. |