Summer Session

BIO 202: Molecular & Cellular Biology

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: C or higher in CHE 129 or CHE 131 or Corequisite CHE 152

DEC: E SBC: STEM+

The fundamentals of cell biology, biochemistry, and genetics. The biochemical and molecular bases of cell structure, energy metabolism, gene regulation, heredity, and development in living organisms from bacteria to man are discussed. This course has been designated as a High Demand/Controlled Access (HD/CA) course. Students registering for HD/CA courses for the first time will have priority to do so.

BIO 203: Cellular and Organ Physiology

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: C or higher in CHE 129 or CHE 131 or Corequisite CHE 152 Pre- or Corequisite: MAT 125 or higher or AMS 151 or higher

DEC: E SBC: STEM+

The fundamentals of cell and organ physiology in mammalian and non-mammalian organisms. The structure and function of cell membranes and the physiology of cell to cell signaling, cellular respiration, and homeostasis of organs and organisms are examined with an emphasis on the comparative physiology of vertebrates and invertebrates. This course has been designated as a High Demand/Controlled Access (HD/CA) course. Students registering for HD/CA courses for the first time will have priority to do so.

BIO 231: Cannabis-Hist, Cult, Sci, Med

Undergraduate 3 credits

Advisory prerequisite: BIO 202

SBC: STAS

Provide a sound background in all aspects of cannabis, including the history of use worldwide, cannabis plant biology, the chemistry of cannabinoids and endocannabinoids, and the relationship to political, legal, and racism issues throughout history to the present. The purpose of this broad familiarization is to prepare students to contribute knowledgeably to the discussion and debate regarding the present and future uses of cannabis.

BIO 299: Advanced Microbiology/Health

Undergraduate 4 credits

Prerequisite: C or higher in BIO 202 and C or higher in BIO 204

This course will include lectures, laboratory recitations, and laboratory sessions focused on fundamental clinical Microbiology techniques. The lectures will cover Bacteria, Viruses, Helminths, and medically important Protozoans. In the laboratory, students will learn basic and applied clinical microbiology methods, including microscopy; staining and quantitative analysis of bacteria; analysis of throat and urine cultures; and determination of sensitivity to various antimicrobial agents. Priority for this course will be given to allied health, pre-nursing, and pre-veterinary students. May not be used for credit towards either the Biology major or minor. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/coursefees for more information. Formerly offered as BIO 266; not for credit in addition to BIO 266.

BIO 310: Cell Biology

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisites: C or higher in BIO 202; and C or higher in BIO 203; and CHE 321 or CHE 331 or CHE 341

The cell is studied as the unit of structure, biochemical activity, genetic control, and differentiation. The principles of biochemistry and genetics are applied to an understanding of nutrition, growth, and development.

BIO 314: Cancer Biology

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: C or higher in BIO 202

An examination of the biology of cancer. Emphasis is on molecular and cellular events, such as regulation of gene expression, genome maintenance, cell growth and death, differentiation, cell-cell recognition, signaling and homeostasis that are frequently disrupted in cancer. Recent advances in diagnosis and therapy will also be discussed.

BIO 315: Microbiology

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisites: C or higher in BIO 202 Advisory Pre- or Corequisite: BIO 201

The organization, structure, energetics, and reproduction of microorganisms. Interactions of bacteria and viruses are discussed. This course does not include a laboratory component. Not for credit in addition to HBM 320. This course has been designated as a High Demand/Controlled Access (HD/CA) course. Students registering for HD/CA courses for the first time will have priority to do so.

BIO 316: Molecular Immunology

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisites: C or higher in BIO 202 and C or higher in BIO 203 Pre- or corequisite: CHE 322 or CHE 326 or CHE 332

Structure, function, and organization of the immune response at the molecular and cellular levels. Molecular mechanisms of immunological responses to microorganisms and various disease states are explored.

BIO 320: General Genetics

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: C or higher in BIO 202; and C or higher in MAT 125 or AMS 151, or completion of MAT 12 6 or higher, or MPE score of 6+

Integrates classical and molecular approaches to the transmission and expression of biological information. Topics include: Mendelian and non-Mendelian inheritance; linkage analysis; population genetics; DNA replication, mutation and recombination; gene expression and its regulation; current genetic technology; developmental and cancer genetics, quantitative and complex traits, and relevant ethical issues. Cannot be taken for major credit with BIO 321 (applies to Biology majors Only). This course routinely offers an opportunity to satisfy the Stony Brook Curriculum WRTD and Upper Division Writing Requirements for the Biology and Biochemistry majors. Students who intend to use the writing assignment in this course to satisfy these requirements must register for BIO 459 when they register for BIO 320.

BIO 358: Bio & Human Soc & Sex Behavior

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisites: U3 or U4 standing; and one of the following: ANP 101, BIO 115, BIO 201, BIO 202, or B IO 203

DEC: H SBC: ESI; STAS

Major features of human social and sexual behavior are examined from a biological perspective. Insights from ethology, evolutionary biology, and neurobiology are synthesized into a picture of human nature and behavior. Implications of this picture for human sexual and social behavior are considered. This course has been designated as a High Demand/Controlled Access (HD/CA) course. Students registering for HD/CA courses for the first time will have priority to do so.

BIO 361: Biochemistry I

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: C or higher in BIO 202 and C or higher in CHE 322 or 332 or 326

First course of an advanced two-semester study of the major chemical constituents of the cell, including carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins. Emphasis is on enzyme structure, enzyme kinetics, reaction mechanisms, and metabolic pathways.

BIO 558: Biological Basis of Human Evol

Graduate 3 credits

A exploration of biological theories of human evolution, properties, and behavior. We build an understanding of evolution of complex organisms by natural selection, followed by the emergence of humans as a uniquiely complex species. Scientific hypothesis formation and testing using the extensive multidisciplinary empirical record of the 1.8 million years of human history is developed throughout. Implications of human evolutionary biology for contemporary social and sexual behavior are also investigated. This course is co-scheduled with BIO 558. Fall, Spring, and Summer