Bio 13 – Cells and organisms (view syllabus)
An introductory course primarily for prospective biology majors. General biological principles and widely used methods related to current advances in cell and molecular biology, genetics, immunology, plant and biomedical sciences. Three lectures and one laboratory each week. Prerequisites: advanced high school chemistry and biology recommended. Fall. Feldberg, McVey, and McLaughlin.

Bio 105 – Molecular biology (view syllabus)
Gene structure and function in prokaryotes and eukaryotes, fundamentals of recombinant DNA technology. Molecular mechanisms of DNA replication and repair, recombination, transcription, and protein synthesis are emphasized. Advanced topics including regulation of gene expression during development, transposition, and regulation of chromatin structure are based on current literature. Spring. (Group A)

Bio 243 – Topics in molecular and cell biology (view syllabus)
Topics include protein structure and folding, regulation of gene transcription and structure of transcription factors, structure and function of cell surface receptors and mechanisms of signal transduction, adhesion molecules that mediate cell-cell interactions, and mechanisms of genetic recombination. Students will read and present papers from the current literature. Novel experimental techniques used to answer central questions are emphasized. Fall. (Group A)

Bio 260 –Teaching biology: pedagogy and practice (view syllabus)
This course aims to enhance the professional development of graduate students by preparing them to teach biological sciences in academic venues that range from community colleges to Research I universities. Topics will include: learning styles, diversity in the classroom, mentoring, conflict resolution, careers after graduate school, scientific ethics, effective ways to lead discussions, design of inquiry-based student laboratories, assessment (formative/summative), course evaluations, and the development and design of courses. Class participants will: 1) learn about pedagogy, 2) be mentored by a team of faculty members and by their peers, and 3) gain practical teaching experience. Fall.