Biology 115: Honors I
Biology H115–116 is a lecture, recitation and laboratory sequence in which interaction with research faculty and discussions are encouraged. The sequence deals with basic concepts and problems common to all forms of life, whether plant, animal, or microbe, with emphasis upon problem solving and experimental design. Biology H115 emphasizes molecular, cellular and developmental biology. Biology H116 continues comparative processes of organisms and progresses through ecological and evolutionary biology. There is a strong evolutionary theme throughout the two-quarter sequence.
A major goal of this course is to demonstrate the relevance of biology to modern society. To help achieve this goal we included the following:
- Invited guest speakers with expertise in specific areas at the interface of contemporary biology and society.
- A project based on regular reading of biology-related content in The New York Times. This project will involve collecting clippings of current articles, editorials, columns, letters to the editor and other items that address a topic of contemporary biological relevance to be determined in consultation with the TA.
| Teaching in Autumn 2009 | Teaching in Summer 2009 |
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Dr. David StetsonMy research efforts have concentrated on defining the cullular mechanisms of ion transport, particularly epithelian H+ secretion, and the means by which cells involved in ion transport compensate for changes in physiologic demand. Turtle and toad urinary bladders are used as model systems for the mammalian renal collecting ducts, major sites of active H+ secretion in the kidneys. A wide range of research tools are used to… more. | The course is not offered this quarter. |
