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Course Listing for BIOLOGY - Spring 2026 (ALL: 01/20/2026 - 05/08/2026)
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No.		 Course ID Title Credits Type Instructor(s) Days:Times Location Permission
Required		 Dist Qtr
2057 BIOL-121-01 Human Health and Nutrition 1.00 SEM Draper, Alison TR: 9:25AM-10:40AM TBA Y NATW  
  Enrollment limited to 15 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  This course will focus on basic human physiology and nutrition related to human health. We will examine organ systems, such as cardiovascular, kidney and liver, and explore how diet influences their function, susceptibility to chronic disease and longevity. We will discuss the standard American diet, other dietary philosophies and diet fads and explore the scientific literature to determine their effects on long term health. Throughout the course, we will explore food through in-class discussions, demonstrations and experiments, tastings, examination of menus and recipes, and cooking, and students will develop personal dietary strategies for better body function and long-term health. All levels of college science background are welcome. Not creditable to the Biology major.
2967 BIOL-121-02 Human Health and Nutrition 1.00 SEM Draper, Alison TR: 10:50AM-12:05PM TBA Y NATW  
  Enrollment limited to 15 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  This course will focus on basic human physiology and nutrition related to human health. We will examine organ systems, such as cardiovascular, kidney and liver, and explore how diet influences their function, susceptibility to chronic disease and longevity. We will discuss the standard American diet, other dietary philosophies and diet fads and explore the scientific literature to determine their effects on long term health. Throughout the course, we will explore food through in-class discussions, demonstrations and experiments, tastings, examination of menus and recipes, and cooking, and students will develop personal dietary strategies for better body function and long-term health. All levels of college science background are welcome. Not creditable to the Biology major.
2980 BIOL-123-01 Genotypes and Phenotypes 1.00 LEC Bue-Hepner, Catherine MWF: 10:00AM-10:50AM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 29 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  This course will explore inherited traits, connecting the gene causing a trait with the manifestation of the traits. Characteristics covered will include coat colors of calico cats and Labrador retrievers, inherited human diseases such as Huntington's Disease and Cystic Fibrosis, and common human traits such as curly hair, color-blindness and lactose tolerance. The course will begin with an introduction to basic Mendelian genetics and gene structure, and will include readings, lectures and discussions. Students will have a chance to research a genetic trait and share their findings with the class. This course is not creditable to the Biology major.
1268 BIOL-183-01 Cellular Basis of Life 1.25 LEC Bennett, Heather MWF: 10:00AM-10:50AM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 32 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  NOTE: 22 seats reserved for first-year students, 10 for sophomores.
  In this introductory level course, we will examine cells as the fundamental unit of life, discussing features common to all cells, and exploring specializations that confer unique properties to different cell types. The laboratory will provide the opportunity to explore biological concepts through observation, experimental design, and analysis.
1677 BIOL-183-02 Cellular Basis of Life 1.25 LEC Fournier, Claire MWF: 12:00PM-12:50PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 32 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  NOTE: 22 seats reserved for first-year students, 10 for sophomores.
  In this introductory level course, we will examine cells as the fundamental unit of life, discussing features common to all cells, and exploring specializations that confer unique properties to different cell types. The laboratory will provide the opportunity to explore biological concepts through observation, experimental design, and analysis.
2147 BIOL-183-03 Cellular Basis of Life 1.25 LEC Bue-Hepner, Catherine MWF: 11:00AM-11:50AM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 32 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  NOTE: 22 seats reserved for first-year students, 10 for sophomores.
  In this introductory level course, we will examine cells as the fundamental unit of life, discussing features common to all cells, and exploring specializations that confer unique properties to different cell types. The laboratory will provide the opportunity to explore biological concepts through observation, experimental design, and analysis.
2821 BIOL-183-04 Cellular Basis of Life 1.25 LEC Guardiola-Diaz, Hebe MWF: 12:00PM-12:50PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 32 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Also cross-referenced with NESC
  In this introductory level course, we will examine cells as the fundamental unit of life, discussing features common to all cells, and exploring specializations that confer unique properties to different cell types. The laboratory will provide the opportunity to explore biological concepts through observation, experimental design, and analysis.
1192 BIOL-183-20 Cellular Basis of Life 1.25 LAB Maley, Abigail T: 1:30PM-4:10PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 18 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  NOTE: Concurrent enrollment in BIOL 183-01, 183-02, 183-03 or 183-04 required.
  In this introductory level course, we will examine cells as the fundamental unit of life, discussing features common to all cells, and exploring specializations that confer unique properties to different cell types. The laboratory will provide the opportunity to explore biological concepts through observation, experimental design, and analysis.
1193 BIOL-183-21 Cellular Basis of Life 1.25 LAB Maley, Abigail W: 1:30PM-4:10PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 18 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  NOTE: Concurrent enrollment in BIOL 183-01, 183-02, 183-03 or 183-04 required.
  In this introductory level course, we will examine cells as the fundamental unit of life, discussing features common to all cells, and exploring specializations that confer unique properties to different cell types. The laboratory will provide the opportunity to explore biological concepts through observation, experimental design, and analysis.
1194 BIOL-183-22 Cellular Basis of Life 1.25 LAB Maley, Abigail R: 9:25AM-12:05PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 18 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  NOTE: Concurrent enrollment in BIOL 183-01, 183-02, 183-03 or 183-04 required.
  In this introductory level course, we will examine cells as the fundamental unit of life, discussing features common to all cells, and exploring specializations that confer unique properties to different cell types. The laboratory will provide the opportunity to explore biological concepts through observation, experimental design, and analysis.
1195 BIOL-183-23 Cellular Basis of Life 1.25 LAB Maley, Abigail R: 1:30PM-4:10PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 18 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  NOTE: Concurrent enrollment in BIOL 183-01, 183-02, 183-03 or 183-04 required.
  In this introductory level course, we will examine cells as the fundamental unit of life, discussing features common to all cells, and exploring specializations that confer unique properties to different cell types. The laboratory will provide the opportunity to explore biological concepts through observation, experimental design, and analysis.
1656 BIOL-183-24 Cellular Basis of Life 1.25 LAB Fournier, Claire T: 9:25AM-12:05PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 18 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  NOTE: Concurrent enrollment in BIOL 183-01, 183-02, 183-03 or 183-04 required.
  In this introductory level course, we will examine cells as the fundamental unit of life, discussing features common to all cells, and exploring specializations that confer unique properties to different cell types. The laboratory will provide the opportunity to explore biological concepts through observation, experimental design, and analysis.
1671 BIOL-183-25 Cellular Basis of Life 1.25 LAB Fournier, Claire R: 9:25AM-12:05PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 18 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  NOTE: Concurrent enrollment in BIOL 183-01, 183-02, 183-03 or 183-04 required.
  In this introductory level course, we will examine cells as the fundamental unit of life, discussing features common to all cells, and exploring specializations that confer unique properties to different cell types. The laboratory will provide the opportunity to explore biological concepts through observation, experimental design, and analysis.
2827 BIOL-207-01 Metabolic Health 1.00 LEC Guardiola-Diaz, Hebe MWF: 11:00AM-11:50AM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 35 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
    Cross-listing: NESC-207-01
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 182, Biology 183, and Chemistry 111 (or concurrent enrollment in 111) or permission of instructor.
  NOTE: Seat reservations: 4 seats seniors, 4 seats juniors, 10 seats instructor use.
  Metabolic health correlates with long-term wellbeing and reduced risk for chronic disease. This course is an evidence-based survey of biological and behavioral factors that can optimize fitness, with particular emphasis on genomics, exercise, nutrition and stress as potent metabolic modulators in brain and muscle that influence physical and cognitive health.
2050 BIOL-224-01 Genetics 1.00 LEC Fleming, Robert MWF: 11:00AM-11:50AM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 45 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 183L or permission of instructor.
  A study of the basic principles of genetics including the transmission and organization of the genetic material in prokaryotes and eukaryotes, the molecular biology of nucleic acids and information transfer, mutation and mutagenesis, and gene regulation. Laboratory will include techniques of genetic analysis in plants, fungi, and Drosophila. Selected experiments in cytogenetics, molecular genetics, and the genetics of bacteria and bacteria phage. This course may be taken without laboratory by registering for only Biology 224-01.
2053 BIOL-224-20 Genetics Laboratory 0.25 LAB Fleming, Robert R: 1:30PM-4:10PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 24 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Prerequisite: C- or better in BIOL 224-01, or concurrent enrollment.
  A study of the basic principles of genetics including the transmission and organization of the genetic material in prokaryotes and eukaryotes, the molecular biology of nucleic acids and information transfer, mutation and mutagenesis, and gene regulation. Laboratory will include techniques of genetic analysis in plants, fungi, and Drosophila. Selected experiments in cytogenetics, molecular genetics, and the genetics of bacteria and bacteria phage.
2932 BIOL-233-01 Conservation Biology 1.00 SEM Pitt, Amber W: 1:30PM-4:10PM TBA Y NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 15 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
    Cross-listing: ENVS-233-01
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 182L, or permission of instructor.
  This course focuses on the science and theory of this interdisciplinary field. Biological concepts examined include biodiversity and the definition of species, patterns of species vulnerability, population dynamics of small populations, extinctions and invasions, rarity, metapopulations, conservation genetics, reserve design, captive breeding, endangered species, habitat fragmentation, and population recovery programs. Interactions between biology, human concerns regarding resource management, and the political process will also be considered.
2201 BIOL-308-01 Microbiology 1.25 LEC Foster, Lisa-Anne TR: 10:50AM-12:05PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 24 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 182L, Biology 183L, and Chemistry 111L or Permission of Instructor.
  NOTE: Seat reservations: 6 for sophomores, 8 for juniors, 10 for seniors.
  A study of microorganisms that include bacteria, viruses, and eukaryotic microbes. Structure, genetics, metabolism, growth and division, and prokaryotic experimental systems are examined. In addition, mechanisms of microbial pathogenesis, and human and viral pathogens are explored. Laboratory exercises will consist of sterile techniques, culture, microscopy, and identification of bacterial specimens. Other exercises will involve experiments in genetic exchange.
2202 BIOL-308-20 Microbiology 1.25 LAB Foster, Lisa-Anne W: 1:30PM-4:10PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 24 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 182L, Biology 183L, and Chemistry 111L or Permission of Instructor.
  A study of microorganisms that include bacteria, viruses, and eukaryotic microbes. Structure, genetics, metabolism, growth and division, and prokaryotic experimental systems are examined. In addition, mechanisms of microbial pathogenesis, and human and viral pathogens are explored. Laboratory exercises will consist of sterile techniques, culture, microscopy, and identification of bacterial specimens. Other exercises will involve experiments in genetic exchange.
2203 BIOL-315-01 Vertebrate Zoology 1.25 LEC Keeffe, Rachel TR: 10:50AM-12:05PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 18 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 182L, Biology 183L, and Chemistry 111L or Permission of Instructor.
  A broad-based survey of the biological diversity and evolution of the vertebrates. Special emphasis will be placed on functional morphology, physiology, paleontology, and ecology, as related to evolutionary history. The laboratory will introduce the student to the fundamentals of vertebrate anatomy through the dissection of such animals as the dogfish shark, the cat, and the lamprey. Other lab exercises will deal with functional analysis and reconstruction of phylogenetic relationships.
2204 BIOL-315-20 Vertebrate Zoology 1.25 LAB Keeffe, Rachel T: 1:30PM-4:10PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 18 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 182L, Biology 183L, and Chemistry 111L or Permission of Instructor.
  A broad-based survey of the biological diversity and evolution of the vertebrates. Special emphasis will be placed on functional morphology, physiology, paleontology, and ecology, as related to evolutionary history. The laboratory will introduce the student to the fundamentals of vertebrate anatomy through the dissection of such animals as the dogfish shark, the cat, and the lamprey. Other lab exercises will deal with functional analysis and reconstruction of phylogenetic relationships.
2586 BIOL-324-01 Adv. Molecular Neurobiology 1.25 LEC Bennett, Heather TR: 9:25AM-10:40AM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 18 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 182, Biology 183, and Chemistry 111 AND C- or better in Biology 224, 226, 227 OR NESC 201, or Permission of Instructor.
  This course provides a comprehensive view of the genetic, cellular, and molecular biology of the nervous system. Emphasis will be placed on advanced experimental techniques and approaches for investigating gene expression and neural circuits to understand organism development and behavior. In addition, this course provides a laboratory component focused on reading and understanding the primary literature, gaining expertise in the design and implementation of basic C. elegans molecular and neurogenetics techniques test and analyze behavioral. Students will learn how to prepare and present the research associated with laboratory work. Grading and assessment will be based on class participation, in the form of student-led presentations and in- depth discussion, homework assignments, in-class exams, and a semester project that encompasses an independent laboratory research project
2587 BIOL-324-20 Adv. Molecular Neurobiology 1.25 LAB Bennett, Heather M: 1:30PM-4:10PM TBA Y NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 18 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 182, Biology 183, and Chemistry 111 AND C- or better in Biology 224, 226, 227 OR NESC 201, or Permission of Instructor.
  This course provides a comprehensive view of the genetic, cellular, and molecular biology of the nervous system. Emphasis will be placed on advanced experimental techniques and approaches for investigating gene expression and neural circuits to understand organism development and behavior. In addition, this course provides a laboratory component focused on reading and understanding the primary literature, gaining expertise in the design and implementation of basic C. elegans molecular and neurogenetics techniques test and analyze behavioral. Students will learn how to prepare and present the research associated with laboratory work. Grading and assessment will be based on class participation, in the form of student-led presentations and in- depth discussion, homework assignments, in-class exams, and a semester project that encompasses an independent laboratory research project
1164 BIOL-399-01 Independent Study 0.50 - 1.00 IND TBA TBA TBA Y NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 15 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Independent research supervised by a faculty member in an area of the student’s special interests. Submission of the special registration form, available in the Registrar’s Office, and the approval of the instructor are required for enrollment.
2981 BIOL-404-01 Research Seminar 0.50 SEM Bennett, Heather F: 1:30PM-3:30PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 19 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  This course is open only to senior Biology majors
  Students engaged in laboratory research, as well as honor candidates conducting library research, will meet with the biology faculty for oral presentations and critical discussions of journal papers, research plans, and research progress. Concurrent enrollment in either Biology 419 or 425 is required.
1303 BIOL-419-01 Research in Biology - Lib 0.50 IND TBA TBA TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 15 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Students will conduct library research projects under the direction of an individual faculty member. Students electing this type of independent study should plan on a full semester culminating with the completion of a final formal paper. Seniors and those using library research to satisfy the Group IV requirement must simultaneously enroll in the Research Seminar (Biology 403). Submission of the special registration form, available in the Registrar’s Office, and the approval of the instructor are required for enrollment.
1704 BIOL-425-01 Research Biology 0.50 - 1.00 IND TBA TBA TBA Y  
  Enrollment limited to 15 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
2638 BIOL-427-01 Membrane Biology 1.00 SEM Bue-Hepner, Catherine R: 1:30PM-4:10PM TBA WEB  
  Enrollment limited to 12 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 227 or Biology 317.
  NOTE: 8 seats reserved for BIOL majors.
  This course combines lecture, discussion, and writing assignments with a focus on membrane biology and membrane structure of eukaryotic cells, beginning with molecular biology and branching outward to diseases that involve or affect membrane structure. Course topics will include membrane lipids and their structure, membrane proteins and their structures, differences in different types of membranes, and human and/or animal diseases that involve or affect membranes. Students will engage with these topics by reading current scientific literature, small group and class discussions, presentation of papers to peers, and writing. This course fulfills the Group IV requirement for the Biology major.
2829 BIOL-429-01 Behavioral Ecology 1.00 SEM Toscano, Benjamin MW: 1:30PM-2:45PM TBA WEB  
  Enrollment limited to 12 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  PR: BIOL333Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 333L or Permission of Instructor.
  Animal behavior provides and promotes connections across different levels of biological organization. This course will explore how behavior functions as a link between individual physiology and broader scale population, community and evolutionary ecology. The central component of the course is to design, conduct, analyze and present behavioral ecology experiments using aquatic invertebrates as model systems. Additional course components include lectures and primary literature discussions. This is a writing intensive course and fulfills the group IV requirement for the biology major.
1102 BIOL-466-01 Teaching Assistant 0.50 IND TBA TBA TBA Y  
  Enrollment limited to 15 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Submission of the special registration form, available online, and the approval of the instructor are required for enrollment. Guidelines are available in the College Bulletin. See paragraph on teaching assistants in the description of the major. Not creditable to the major.
2252 BIOL-497-01 Honors Thesis 0.50 IND TBA TBA TBA Y WEB  
  Enrollment limited to 15 Waitlist available: N Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in Biology 419 or Biology 425 and Biology 404.
  An extended paper on the subject of the student’s two-semester research project with a professor in biology, to be read by three or more members of the department. This course is open only to those biology majors who wish to qualify for honors (see paragraph on Honors in Biology in the description of the major). Simultaneous enrollment in Biology 419 or 425 and 404, submission of the special registration form available online, and approval of the instructor and chair are required for enrollment.
2716 NESC-201-21 Principles of Neuroscience-Lab 0.25 LAB Swart, Chris R: 6:30PM-9:00PM TBA NAT  
  Enrollment limited to 16 Waitlist available: Y Mode of Instruction: In Person  
  Also cross-referenced with BIOL
  Prerequisite: C- or better in Biology 183L or permission of instructor.
  NOTE: Concurrent enrollment in NESC 201-01 required.
  A team-taught introductory course in neuroscience that will examine the neuron and its biological interactions in animal nervous systems. Topics will include the anatomy, development, chemistry, and physiology of nervous systems.