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Biology 65 Biology BIOL 670 Tissue Culture This is a seminar and laboratory course on the principles and methods of culturing cells, tissues, and organs of animals and plants. Topics include growth factors, differentiation and morphogenesis in vitro, cell cloning, protoplast fusion, and the production of hybridomas for monoclonal antibodies. Students also apply tissue culture methods to individual research projects. Students taking this course should have already completed BIOL 313 or equivalent. 2 Sem Hrs, 6 Lab Hrs, 4 Credits have already completed BIOL 370 or 372 or equivalent. 3 Lect Hrs, 3 1/2 Lab Hrs, 4 Credits Mr Ackerman, Mr Kleene BIOL 676 Advanced Molecular Biology Lecture This is a lecture-only course covering the same material as BIOL 675; no lab work is required. Students taking this course should have already completed BIOL 370 or 372 or equivalent. 3 Lect Hrs, 3 Credits While no course can be comprehensive in this field, this course will examine a broad base of analytical methods through introductory theory and will highlight applications and recent developments in these methods through current primary literature. Mr Ackerman and Mr Evans BIOL 685 Biomedical Tracers BIOL 672-673 Directed Readings in Biology BIOL 677 Advanced Eukaryotic Genetics This course provides selected readings in advanced areas of biology with guidance and regular discussion. Hrs by arrangement, 1-3 Credits BIOL 674 Cell Signaling This course will systematically investigate cell communication mechanisms, with an emphasis on developmental examples of cell signaling. General properties of signaling cascades will be discussed, followed by specific examples of conserved signaling pathways, such as Notch, Wnt, Hedgehog, TGF/BMP JAK/STAT, nuclear receptors, and , receptor tyrosine kinases (RTKs). Normal and aberrant receptor signaling will be examined using experimental evidence obtained in model genetic organisms. Implications of disrupting cell communication pathways in human disease will be discussed. The course will emphasize readings from the current literature. Upon completion of this course, students will have a solid understanding of the molecular mechanisms and control principles of cellular communication in normal and pathological conditions. 3 Lect Hrs, 3 Credits Mr Veraksa This course provides a broad spectrum of readings in plant, animal, and fungal genetics on such topics as segregation distortion, the control of sex determination, modes of asexual reproduction, inheritance of cytoplasmic genomes, self-incompatibility systems, transposable elements, and genetic mapping. Students taking this course should have already completed BIOL 252 or equivalent. 3 Lect Hrs, 3 Credits Mr Kesseli This is a seminar and laboratory course describing the types and uses of physical tracers in the biomedical sciences. It covers theory and application of various tracers (immunoglobins, radioisotopes, lectins, enzymes, chromogen labels, spin labels, heavy isotopes, and particles), instrumentation for their detection, and general methods. The laboratory includes demonstrations and short projects chosen by the students and the instructor. Students taking this course should have already completed CHEM 253, and BIOCHM 383 (or BIOL 317 or 319) or equivalents. 2 Lect-Seminar Hrs, 6 Lab Hrs, 4 Credits Mr Campbell BIOL 678 Protein Chemistry and Enzymology BIOL 690 Advanced Ethology This is a lecture and laboratory course on various aspects of protein chemistry and enzymology. Emphasis is on purification, characterization, structure, function, mechanism of action, kinetics, and regulatory aspects of enzymes. Topics also include the practical and theoretical aspects of affinity chromatography and other separation techniques, immobilization of enzymes and other biomolecules, enzyme kinetics, and the analytical and industrial use of soluble and insoluble enzymes. Students taking this course should have already completed BIOCHM 383 and BIOL 372 or equivalents. 3 Lect Hrs, 6 Lab Hrs, 5 Credits Mr Sugumaran This course is an in-depth examination of topics in the biological study of behaviorethology with particular reference to communication and the evolution of social behavior. The course includes lecturediscussions, occasional lab exercises and field trips. Students taking this course should have already completed BIOL 348 or equivalent. Hrs by arrangement, 3 Credits BIOL 691 Seminar in Developmental Biology BIOL 675 Advanced Molecular Biology This is a lecture and laboratory course covering the biosynthesis and regulation of RNA, DNA, and proteins in eukaryotic organisms. The course examines the importance of gene regulation in oncogenesis, levels of gene expression, and development, as well as regulation by structure and function (chromosome structure and translational regulation); basic research techniques; and current recombinant DNA methodology. Please note: Labs meet every other week, for a total of seven hours every two weeks. Students taking this course should BIOL 679 Protein Chemistry and Enzymology Lecture This course examines current problems in developmental biology. Topics include molecular and cellular differentiation and pattern determination. Students taking this course should have already completed BIOL 312 or 314 or equivalent. 3 Sem-Disc Hrs, 3 Credits This is a lecture-only course covering the same material as BIOL 678; no lab work is required. Students taking this course should have already completed BIOCHM 383 and BIOL 372 or equivalents. 3 Lect Hrs, 3 Credits Mr Sugumaran BIOL 692 Advanced Physiology BIOL 680L / CHEM 680L Physical Biochemistry This course serves as an introduction to analytical methods and instrumentation available to the interdisciplinary scientist. This course examines in-depth experimental studies of two or three selected areas of organismal and cellular physiology, focusing on sensory and nervous systems and membrane transport. Provisions will be made for independent projects during the course. The course includes one weekly seminar plus one weekly lab meeting. Students taking this course should have already completed BIOL 337, BIOCHM 383, and PHYSIC 107 or equivalents. 1 Sem Hr, 3-4 Lab Hrs, 3-4 Credits

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UMass Boston - Graduate Studies 2011
Table of Contents
Graduate Program Affiliations
UMass Boston at a Glance
Foreword
Mission Statement
Trustees of the University
Administrative Officers of the University
Academic Calendar, 2010-2012
Admissions
Tuition, Fees, and Payments
Payment Information
Residency Status
Assistantships and Financial Aid
Facilities and Services
Regulations, Procedures, and Degree Requirements
Graduate Programs
Accounting
American Studies
Biology
Biology
Environmental Biology
Molecular, Cellular, and Organismal Biology
Biomedical Engineering and Biotechnology (Multicampus Joint Program)
Biotechnology and Biomedical Science
Business Administration
Chemistry
Green Chemistry
Clinical Psychology
Computer Science
Database Technology
Counseling: Degree Programs
Counseling: Family Therapy
Counseling: Mental Health Counseling
Counseling: Rehabilitation Counseling
Counseling: School Counseling
Creative Writing
Critical and Creative Thinking
Dispute Resolution
Education
Higher Education Administration
Leadership in Urban Schools
Education: Educational Administration
Education: Special Education
Special Education
Orientation and Mobility
Teaching of the Visually Impaired
Vision Studies
Education: Teacher Education
Education: Applied Behavioral Analysis for Special Populations
Education: Technology, Learning, and Leadership
Education: Teaching Writing in the Schools
English
Environmental Sciences
Environmental, Earth, and Ocean Sciences
Environmental Sciences
Geographic Information Science
Professional Science Master’s™
Finance
Forensic Services
Gerontology
Management of Aging Services
Historical Archaeology
History
Human Services
Information Technology
Instructional Design
Instructional Technology Design
International Management
Latin and Classical Humanities
Applied Linguistics
Applied Linguistics
School of Marine Sciences: Intercampus Graduate School
Mathematics
Nursing
Health Policy
Population Health
Acute/Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist
Adult/Gerontological Nurse Practitioner
Family Nurse Practitioner
Applied Physics
Public Affairs
Public Affairs
International Relations
Women in Politics and Public Policy
Public Policy
School Psychology
Applied Sociology
Spanish and Hispanic Studies
Graduate Consortium in Women’s Studies
Road Map and Directions to Campus
Campus Map
Telephone Directory
Index

UMass Boston - Graduate Studies 2011