Title	Instructors	Location	Time	Description	Cross listings	Fulfills	Registration notes	Syllabus	Syllabus URL
BIOL 1101-001	Introduction to Biology A	Jennifer E. Round Lori Haynes Spindler John D Wagner	LLAB 10 NRN 00	MW 12:00 PM-1:29 PM F 12:00 PM-12:59 PM	General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.		Living World Sector
BIOL 1101-101	Introduction to Biology A	Linda Robinson Lori Haynes Spindler	LLAB 114	M 1:45 PM-4:44 PM	General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.		Living World Sector
BIOL 1101-102	Introduction to Biology A	Yung-Chi Lan Linda Robinson Lori Haynes Spindler	LLAB 115	M 1:45 PM-4:44 PM	General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.		Living World Sector
BIOL 1101-103	Introduction to Biology A	Linda Robinson Lori Haynes Spindler	LLAB 114	T 10:15 AM-1:14 PM	General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.		Living World Sector
BIOL 1101-104	Introduction to Biology A	Oresta Sophia Irene Hewryk Linda Robinson Lori Haynes Spindler	LLAB 115	T 10:15 AM-1:14 PM	General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.		Living World Sector
BIOL 1101-105	Introduction to Biology A	Linda Robinson Lori Haynes Spindler	LLAB 114	T 1:45 PM-4:44 PM	General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.		Living World Sector
BIOL 1101-106	Introduction to Biology A	Oresta Sophia Irene Hewryk Linda Robinson Lori Haynes Spindler	LLAB 115	T 1:45 PM-4:44 PM	General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.		Living World Sector
BIOL 1101-107	Introduction to Biology A	Linda Robinson Lori Haynes Spindler	LLAB 114	W 8:30 AM-11:29 AM	General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.		Living World Sector
BIOL 1101-108	Introduction to Biology A	Yung-Chi Lan Linda Robinson Lori Haynes Spindler	LLAB 114	W 1:45 PM-4:44 PM	General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.		Living World Sector
BIOL 1101-109	Introduction to Biology A	Michel Ashok Paul Linda Robinson Lori Haynes Spindler	LLAB 115	W 1:45 PM-4:44 PM	General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.		Living World Sector
BIOL 1101-110	Introduction to Biology A	Joy Li Linda Robinson Lori Haynes Spindler	LLAB 114	R 10:15 AM-1:14 PM	General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.		Living World Sector
BIOL 1101-111	Introduction to Biology A	Michel Ashok Paul Linda Robinson Lori Haynes Spindler	LLAB 115	R 10:15 AM-1:14 PM	General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.		Living World Sector
BIOL 1101-112	Introduction to Biology A	Joy Li Linda Robinson Lori Haynes Spindler	LLAB 114	R 1:45 PM-4:44 PM	General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.		Living World Sector
BIOL 1101-113	Introduction to Biology A	Staver Bezhani Linda Robinson Lori Haynes Spindler	LLAB 115	R 1:45 PM-4:44 PM	General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.		Living World Sector
BIOL 1101-114	Introduction to Biology A	Staver Bezhani Linda Robinson Lori Haynes Spindler	LLAB 115	F 1:45 PM-4:44 PM	General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.		Living World Sector
BIOL 1101-601	Introduction to Biology A	Jessica A Ardis John E. Zimmerman	LLAB 109	F 5:15 PM-8:14 PM	General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.		Living World Sector
BIOL 1101-602	Introduction to Biology A	Jessica A Ardis Linda Robinson	LLAB 114	F 1:45 PM-4:44 PM	General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.		Living World Sector
BIOL 1101-603	Introduction to Biology A	Jessica A Ardis Linda Robinson	LLAB 114	S 8:30 AM-11:29 AM	General principles of biology focusing on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics in all types of living organisms. Particular emphasis will be given to links between the fundamental processes covered and current challenges of humankind in the areas of energy, food, and health.		Living World Sector
BIOL 1102-001	Introduction to Biology B	Dustin Brisson Katie Lynn Barott Sherwood	LEVN 111	MW 10:15 AM-11:44 AM	General principles of biology focusing on evolution, physiology, development, and ecology in all types of living organisms.		Living World Sector			https://coursesintouch.apps.upenn.edu/cpr/jsp/fast.do?webService=syll&t=202430&c=BIOL1102001
BIOL 1102-101	Introduction to Biology B	Staver Bezhani Linda Robinson	LLAB 101	M 1:45 PM-4:44 PM	General principles of biology focusing on evolution, physiology, development, and ecology in all types of living organisms.		Living World Sector
BIOL 1102-102	Introduction to Biology B	Staver Bezhani Linda Robinson	LLAB 101	T 10:15 AM-1:14 PM	General principles of biology focusing on evolution, physiology, development, and ecology in all types of living organisms.		Living World Sector
BIOL 1102-103	Introduction to Biology B	Staver Bezhani Linda Robinson	LLAB 101	T 1:45 PM-4:44 PM	General principles of biology focusing on evolution, physiology, development, and ecology in all types of living organisms.		Living World Sector
BIOL 1102-104	Introduction to Biology B	Staver Bezhani Linda Robinson	LLAB 101	W 1:45 PM-4:44 PM	General principles of biology focusing on evolution, physiology, development, and ecology in all types of living organisms.		Living World Sector
BIOL 1110-401	Introduction to Brain and Behavior	Judith Mclean	LEVN AUD	MW 12:00 PM-1:29 PM	Introduction to the structure and function of the vertebrate nervous system. We begin with the cellular basis of neuronal activities, then discuss the physiological bases of motor control, sensory systems, motivated behaviors, and higher mental processes. This course is intended for students interested in the neurobiology of behavior, ranging from animal behaviors to clinical disorders.	NRSC1110401, PSYC1210401	Living World Sector
BIOL 1110-402	Introduction to Brain and Behavior	Fernanda M Holloman	LLAB 104	T 10:15 AM-11:44 AM	Introduction to the structure and function of the vertebrate nervous system. We begin with the cellular basis of neuronal activities, then discuss the physiological bases of motor control, sensory systems, motivated behaviors, and higher mental processes. This course is intended for students interested in the neurobiology of behavior, ranging from animal behaviors to clinical disorders.	NRSC1110402, PSYC1210402	Living World Sector
BIOL 1110-403	Introduction to Brain and Behavior	Joe Faryean	LLAB 104	F 12:00 PM-1:29 PM	Introduction to the structure and function of the vertebrate nervous system. We begin with the cellular basis of neuronal activities, then discuss the physiological bases of motor control, sensory systems, motivated behaviors, and higher mental processes. This course is intended for students interested in the neurobiology of behavior, ranging from animal behaviors to clinical disorders.	NRSC1110403, PSYC1210403	Living World Sector
BIOL 1110-404	Introduction to Brain and Behavior	Carolyn Mann	LLAB 104	F 1:45 PM-3:14 PM	Introduction to the structure and function of the vertebrate nervous system. We begin with the cellular basis of neuronal activities, then discuss the physiological bases of motor control, sensory systems, motivated behaviors, and higher mental processes. This course is intended for students interested in the neurobiology of behavior, ranging from animal behaviors to clinical disorders.	NRSC1110404, PSYC1210404	Living World Sector
BIOL 1110-405	Introduction to Brain and Behavior	Kristen Park	LLAB 104	T 3:30 PM-4:59 PM	Introduction to the structure and function of the vertebrate nervous system. We begin with the cellular basis of neuronal activities, then discuss the physiological bases of motor control, sensory systems, motivated behaviors, and higher mental processes. This course is intended for students interested in the neurobiology of behavior, ranging from animal behaviors to clinical disorders.	NRSC1110405, PSYC1210405	Living World Sector
BIOL 1110-406	Introduction to Brain and Behavior	Anna Keen Leonard	LLAB 104	R 10:15 AM-11:44 AM	Introduction to the structure and function of the vertebrate nervous system. We begin with the cellular basis of neuronal activities, then discuss the physiological bases of motor control, sensory systems, motivated behaviors, and higher mental processes. This course is intended for students interested in the neurobiology of behavior, ranging from animal behaviors to clinical disorders.	NRSC1110406, PSYC1210406	Living World Sector
BIOL 1110-407	Introduction to Brain and Behavior	Stephen Christopher Wisser	LLAB 104	R 12:00 PM-1:29 PM	Introduction to the structure and function of the vertebrate nervous system. We begin with the cellular basis of neuronal activities, then discuss the physiological bases of motor control, sensory systems, motivated behaviors, and higher mental processes. This course is intended for students interested in the neurobiology of behavior, ranging from animal behaviors to clinical disorders.	NRSC1110407, PSYC1210407	Living World Sector
BIOL 1110-408	Introduction to Brain and Behavior	Adriana Hernandez Vasquez	LLAB 104	R 1:45 PM-3:14 PM	Introduction to the structure and function of the vertebrate nervous system. We begin with the cellular basis of neuronal activities, then discuss the physiological bases of motor control, sensory systems, motivated behaviors, and higher mental processes. This course is intended for students interested in the neurobiology of behavior, ranging from animal behaviors to clinical disorders.	NRSC1110408, PSYC1210408	Living World Sector
BIOL 1110-409	Introduction to Brain and Behavior	Kerry Castle Nix	LLAB 104	R 3:30 PM-4:59 PM	Introduction to the structure and function of the vertebrate nervous system. We begin with the cellular basis of neuronal activities, then discuss the physiological bases of motor control, sensory systems, motivated behaviors, and higher mental processes. This course is intended for students interested in the neurobiology of behavior, ranging from animal behaviors to clinical disorders.	NRSC1110409, PSYC1210409	Living World Sector
BIOL 1110-601	Introduction to Brain and Behavior	Judith Mclean	LLAB 109	MW 5:15 PM-6:44 PM	Introduction to the structure and function of the vertebrate nervous system. We begin with the cellular basis of neuronal activities, then discuss the physiological bases of motor control, sensory systems, motivated behaviors, and higher mental processes. This course is intended for students interested in the neurobiology of behavior, ranging from animal behaviors to clinical disorders.	NRSC1110601, PSYC1210601	Living World Sector
BIOL 1110-602	Introduction to Brain and Behavior	Judith Mclean Susan Shin	LLAB 104	T 5:15 PM-6:44 PM	Introduction to the structure and function of the vertebrate nervous system. We begin with the cellular basis of neuronal activities, then discuss the physiological bases of motor control, sensory systems, motivated behaviors, and higher mental processes. This course is intended for students interested in the neurobiology of behavior, ranging from animal behaviors to clinical disorders.	NRSC1110602, PSYC1210602	Living World Sector
BIOL 1110-603	Introduction to Brain and Behavior	Judith Mclean Matilde Eglantina Männil Duno	LLAB 104	R 5:15 PM-6:44 PM	Introduction to the structure and function of the vertebrate nervous system. We begin with the cellular basis of neuronal activities, then discuss the physiological bases of motor control, sensory systems, motivated behaviors, and higher mental processes. This course is intended for students interested in the neurobiology of behavior, ranging from animal behaviors to clinical disorders.	NRSC1110603, PSYC1210603	Living World Sector
BIOL 1121-001	Introduction to Biology - The Molecular Biology of Life	Jessica A Ardis Mark D Goulian Michael A. Lampson	LLAB 10	MW 10:15 AM-11:44 AM	An intensive introductory lecture course covering the cell, molecular biology, biochemistry, and the genetics of animals, bacteria, and viruses. This course is comparable to Biology 1101, but places greater emphasis on molecular mechanisms and experimental approaches. Particular attention is given to the ways in which modern cell biological and molecular genetic methods contribute to our understanding of evolutionary processes, the mechanistic basis of human disease, and recent biotechnological innovations. Students are encouraged to take BIOL 1121 and BIOL 1123 concurrently.		Living World Sector Quantitative Data Analysis			https://coursesintouch.apps.upenn.edu/cpr/jsp/fast.do?webService=syll&t=202430&c=BIOL1121001
BIOL 1121-201	Introduction to Biology - The Molecular Biology of Life	Jessica A Ardis Mark D Goulian Michael A. Lampson	LLAB 10	F 10:15 AM-11:14 AM	An intensive introductory lecture course covering the cell, molecular biology, biochemistry, and the genetics of animals, bacteria, and viruses. This course is comparable to Biology 1101, but places greater emphasis on molecular mechanisms and experimental approaches. Particular attention is given to the ways in which modern cell biological and molecular genetic methods contribute to our understanding of evolutionary processes, the mechanistic basis of human disease, and recent biotechnological innovations. Students are encouraged to take BIOL 1121 and BIOL 1123 concurrently.		Quantitative Data Analysis Living World Sector			https://coursesintouch.apps.upenn.edu/cpr/jsp/fast.do?webService=syll&t=202430&c=BIOL1121201
BIOL 1123-001	Introductory Molecular Biology Laboratory	Jessica A Ardis Karl G Siegert	LLAB 10	F 8:30 AM-9:29 AM	An intensive introductory laboratory course emphasizing how molecular biology has revolutionized our understanding of cell and organism functions. BIOL 1121 and BIOL 1123 should be taken concurrently.
BIOL 1123-101	Introductory Molecular Biology Laboratory	Jessica A Ardis Karl G Siegert	LEVN L11	M 12:00 PM-2:59 PM	An intensive introductory laboratory course emphasizing how molecular biology has revolutionized our understanding of cell and organism functions. BIOL 1121 and BIOL 1123 should be taken concurrently.
BIOL 1123-102	Introductory Molecular Biology Laboratory	Jessica A Ardis Everlyne Mutua Karl G Siegert	LEVN L11	T 10:15 AM-1:14 PM	An intensive introductory laboratory course emphasizing how molecular biology has revolutionized our understanding of cell and organism functions. BIOL 1121 and BIOL 1123 should be taken concurrently.
BIOL 1123-103	Introductory Molecular Biology Laboratory	Jessica A Ardis Karl G Siegert	LEVN L12	T 10:15 AM-1:14 PM	An intensive introductory laboratory course emphasizing how molecular biology has revolutionized our understanding of cell and organism functions. BIOL 1121 and BIOL 1123 should be taken concurrently.
BIOL 1123-104	Introductory Molecular Biology Laboratory	Jessica A Ardis Everlyne Mutua Karl G Siegert	LEVN L11	T 3:30 PM-6:29 PM	An intensive introductory laboratory course emphasizing how molecular biology has revolutionized our understanding of cell and organism functions. BIOL 1121 and BIOL 1123 should be taken concurrently.
BIOL 1123-105	Introductory Molecular Biology Laboratory	Jessica A Ardis Frederick Purnell Karl G Siegert	LEVN L12	T 3:30 PM-6:29 PM	An intensive introductory laboratory course emphasizing how molecular biology has revolutionized our understanding of cell and organism functions. BIOL 1121 and BIOL 1123 should be taken concurrently.
BIOL 1123-106	Introductory Molecular Biology Laboratory	Jessica A Ardis Frederick Purnell Karl G Siegert	LEVN L11	W 1:45 PM-4:44 PM	An intensive introductory laboratory course emphasizing how molecular biology has revolutionized our understanding of cell and organism functions. BIOL 1121 and BIOL 1123 should be taken concurrently.
BIOL 1123-107	Introductory Molecular Biology Laboratory	Jessica A Ardis Karl G Siegert	LEVN L12	W 1:45 PM-4:44 PM	An intensive introductory laboratory course emphasizing how molecular biology has revolutionized our understanding of cell and organism functions. BIOL 1121 and BIOL 1123 should be taken concurrently.
BIOL 1123-108	Introductory Molecular Biology Laboratory	Jessica A Ardis Karl G Siegert	LEVN L11	R 8:30 AM-11:29 AM	An intensive introductory laboratory course emphasizing how molecular biology has revolutionized our understanding of cell and organism functions. BIOL 1121 and BIOL 1123 should be taken concurrently.
BIOL 1123-109	Introductory Molecular Biology Laboratory	Jessica A Ardis Nguyen Minh Anh Quach Karl G Siegert	LEVN L12	R 10:15 AM-1:14 PM	An intensive introductory laboratory course emphasizing how molecular biology has revolutionized our understanding of cell and organism functions. BIOL 1121 and BIOL 1123 should be taken concurrently.
BIOL 1123-110	Introductory Molecular Biology Laboratory	Jessica A Ardis Karl G Siegert	LEVN L11	R 12:00 PM-2:59 PM	An intensive introductory laboratory course emphasizing how molecular biology has revolutionized our understanding of cell and organism functions. BIOL 1121 and BIOL 1123 should be taken concurrently.
BIOL 1123-111	Introductory Molecular Biology Laboratory	Jessica A Ardis Nguyen Minh Anh Quach Karl G Siegert	LEVN L11	R 3:30 PM-6:29 PM	An intensive introductory laboratory course emphasizing how molecular biology has revolutionized our understanding of cell and organism functions. BIOL 1121 and BIOL 1123 should be taken concurrently.
BIOL 2001-601	Essentials of Cell Biology	Xiaohong Witmer	FAGN 218	TR 5:15 PM-6:44 PM	An intermediate level exploration of cell structure and function including membrane structure, intracellular organelles, membrane trafficking, surface receptors and signal transduction, the cytoskeleton, cell motility and communication, and the cell cycle. This course is open to students in the College of Liberal and Professional Studies only.
BIOL 2010-001	Cell Biology	Wei Guo Tatyana M. Svitkina	LLAB 10	TR 10:15 AM-11:44 AM	A conceptual view of cell structure and function including membrane structure, intracellular organelles, membrane trafficking, surface receptors and signal transduction, the cytoskeleton, cell motility and communication, and the cell cycle. Cell biology is a dynamic field and recent research discoveries will be included in the lectures.
BIOL 2010-201	Cell Biology	Yuhao Wan	GLAB 101	T 5:15 PM-6:14 PM	A conceptual view of cell structure and function including membrane structure, intracellular organelles, membrane trafficking, surface receptors and signal transduction, the cytoskeleton, cell motility and communication, and the cell cycle. Cell biology is a dynamic field and recent research discoveries will be included in the lectures.
BIOL 2010-202	Cell Biology	Yichen Zhang	FAGN 114	W 7:00 PM-7:59 PM	A conceptual view of cell structure and function including membrane structure, intracellular organelles, membrane trafficking, surface receptors and signal transduction, the cytoskeleton, cell motility and communication, and the cell cycle. Cell biology is a dynamic field and recent research discoveries will be included in the lectures.
BIOL 2110-401	Molecular and Cellular Neurobiology	Michael Kane Michael Kaplan	ANNS 110	TR 12:00 PM-1:29 PM	Cellular physiology of neurons and excitable cells; molecular neurobiology and development. Topics include: action potential generation; synaptic transmission; molecular and physiological studies of ion channels; second messengers; simple neural circuits; synaptic plasticity; learning and memory; and neural development.	NRSC2110401
BIOL 2110-402	Molecular and Cellular Neurobiology	Michael Kaplan	FAGN 216	R 1:45 PM-3:14 PM	Cellular physiology of neurons and excitable cells; molecular neurobiology and development. Topics include: action potential generation; synaptic transmission; molecular and physiological studies of ion channels; second messengers; simple neural circuits; synaptic plasticity; learning and memory; and neural development.	NRSC2110402
BIOL 2110-403	Molecular and Cellular Neurobiology	Michael Kaplan Martha Stone	GLAB 100	R 3:30 PM-4:59 PM	Cellular physiology of neurons and excitable cells; molecular neurobiology and development. Topics include: action potential generation; synaptic transmission; molecular and physiological studies of ion channels; second messengers; simple neural circuits; synaptic plasticity; learning and memory; and neural development.	NRSC2110403
BIOL 2110-404	Molecular and Cellular Neurobiology	Michael Kaplan	LLAB 109	R 5:15 PM-6:44 PM	Cellular physiology of neurons and excitable cells; molecular neurobiology and development. Topics include: action potential generation; synaptic transmission; molecular and physiological studies of ion channels; second messengers; simple neural circuits; synaptic plasticity; learning and memory; and neural development.	NRSC2110404
BIOL 2110-405	Molecular and Cellular Neurobiology	Michael Kaplan	GLAB 100	R 7:00 PM-8:29 PM	Cellular physiology of neurons and excitable cells; molecular neurobiology and development. Topics include: action potential generation; synaptic transmission; molecular and physiological studies of ion channels; second messengers; simple neural circuits; synaptic plasticity; learning and memory; and neural development.	NRSC2110405
BIOL 2110-406	Molecular and Cellular Neurobiology	Michael Kaplan	GLAB 100	F 10:15 AM-11:44 AM	Cellular physiology of neurons and excitable cells; molecular neurobiology and development. Topics include: action potential generation; synaptic transmission; molecular and physiological studies of ion channels; second messengers; simple neural circuits; synaptic plasticity; learning and memory; and neural development.	NRSC2110406
BIOL 2110-407	Molecular and Cellular Neurobiology	Michael Kaplan	GLAB 101	F 12:00 PM-1:29 PM	Cellular physiology of neurons and excitable cells; molecular neurobiology and development. Topics include: action potential generation; synaptic transmission; molecular and physiological studies of ion channels; second messengers; simple neural circuits; synaptic plasticity; learning and memory; and neural development.	NRSC2110407
BIOL 2110-408	Molecular and Cellular Neurobiology	Michael Kaplan	GLAB 101	F 1:45 PM-3:14 PM	Cellular physiology of neurons and excitable cells; molecular neurobiology and development. Topics include: action potential generation; synaptic transmission; molecular and physiological studies of ion channels; second messengers; simple neural circuits; synaptic plasticity; learning and memory; and neural development.	NRSC2110408
BIOL 2110-409	Molecular and Cellular Neurobiology	Serena Chen Michael Kaplan	GLAB 102	F 12:00 PM-1:29 PM	Cellular physiology of neurons and excitable cells; molecular neurobiology and development. Topics include: action potential generation; synaptic transmission; molecular and physiological studies of ion channels; second messengers; simple neural circuits; synaptic plasticity; learning and memory; and neural development.	NRSC2110409
BIOL 2140-401	Evolution of Behavior: Animal Behavior	Yun Ding Marc F Schmidt	LEVN AUD	TR 1:45 PM-3:14 PM	The evolution of behavior in animals will be explored using basic genetic and evolutionary principles. Lectures will highlight behavioral principles using a wide range of animal species, both vertebrate and invertebrate. Examples of behavior include the complex economic decisions related to foraging, migratory birds using geomagnetic fields to find breeding grounds, and the decision individuals make to live in groups. Group living has led to the evolution of social behavior and much of the course will focus on group formation, cooperation among kin, mating systems, territoriality and communication.	NRSC2140401, PSYC2220401
BIOL 2140-402	Evolution of Behavior: Animal Behavior	Christina Iphigenia Bardjis	LEVN AUD	T 7:00 PM-7:59 PM	The evolution of behavior in animals will be explored using basic genetic and evolutionary principles. Lectures will highlight behavioral principles using a wide range of animal species, both vertebrate and invertebrate. Examples of behavior include the complex economic decisions related to foraging, migratory birds using geomagnetic fields to find breeding grounds, and the decision individuals make to live in groups. Group living has led to the evolution of social behavior and much of the course will focus on group formation, cooperation among kin, mating systems, territoriality and communication.	NRSC2140402, PSYC2220402
BIOL 2140-403	Evolution of Behavior: Animal Behavior	Abby Green Lieberman	LLAB 109	F 10:15 AM-11:14 AM	The evolution of behavior in animals will be explored using basic genetic and evolutionary principles. Lectures will highlight behavioral principles using a wide range of animal species, both vertebrate and invertebrate. Examples of behavior include the complex economic decisions related to foraging, migratory birds using geomagnetic fields to find breeding grounds, and the decision individuals make to live in groups. Group living has led to the evolution of social behavior and much of the course will focus on group formation, cooperation among kin, mating systems, territoriality and communication.	NRSC2140403, PSYC2220403
BIOL 2201-601	Essentials of Molecular Biology and Genetics	John E. Zimmerman	GLAB 101	M 5:15 PM-8:14 PM	This course will survey the discipline of molecular genetics. Mendelian and molecular genetics will be discussed as well as the use of genetic analysis to address questions in all areas of biology. The processes of DNA replication, transcription, and translation will be discussed at the molecular level. Other topics include the regulation of gene expression and genomics. This course is open to students in the College of Liberal and Professional Studies only.
BIOL 2210-401	Molecular Biology and Genetics	Nancy Bonini	LLAB 10	TR 12:00 PM-1:29 PM	This course will survey the discipline of molecular genetics. Two broad areas will be considered 1) Molecular Biology: DNA replication, transcription, translation, regulation of gene expression in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic systems, and genomics and 2) Genetics: basic Mendelian & molecular genetics.	BIOL5210401				https://coursesintouch.apps.upenn.edu/cpr/jsp/fast.do?webService=syll&t=202430&c=BIOL2210401
BIOL 2210-402	Molecular Biology and Genetics		LEVN AUD	T 5:15 PM-6:14 PM	This course will survey the discipline of molecular genetics. Two broad areas will be considered 1) Molecular Biology: DNA replication, transcription, translation, regulation of gene expression in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic systems, and genomics and 2) Genetics: basic Mendelian & molecular genetics.	BIOL5210402
BIOL 2210-403	Molecular Biology and Genetics		FAGN 116	W 1:45 PM-2:44 PM	This course will survey the discipline of molecular genetics. Two broad areas will be considered 1) Molecular Biology: DNA replication, transcription, translation, regulation of gene expression in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic systems, and genomics and 2) Genetics: basic Mendelian & molecular genetics.	BIOL5210403
BIOL 2301-601	Essentials of Vertebrate Physiology	Xiaohong Witmer	FAGN 218	TR 7:00 PM-8:29 PM	A comparative and quantitative approach to the physiological function of vertebrates. Topics include muscles, nervous system, cardiovascular system, respiration, and renal function. This course is open to students in the College of Liberal and Professional Studies only.
BIOL 2510-401	Statistics for Biologists	Joshua Benjamin Plotkin	LEVN AUD	TR 10:15 AM-11:44 AM	Introductory probability theory. Principles of statistical methods. Problems of estimation and hypothesis testing in biology and related areas.	BIOL5510401
BIOL 2610-001	Ecology: From individuals to ecosystems	Erol Akcay Brent R. Helliker	COHN 402	MW 12:00 PM-1:29 PM	The study of living organisms in their natural environment, spanning the ecological physiology of individuals, the structure of populations, and interactions among species, including the organization of communities and ecosystem function.
BIOL 2701-601	Elements of Microbiology	Jessica A Ardis Kieran Dilks	GLAB 101	F 5:15 PM-6:44 PM	Microbiology plays a central role in diverse areas of human life such as infectious disease, ecology, and biotechnology. This course will cover aspects of modern microbiology with an emphasis on prokaryotic organisms. The topics will include basic aspects of microbial diversity, genetics, and pathogenesis as well as examples of applied microbiology. This course is open to students in the College of Liberal and Professional Studies only.
BIOL 2701-602	Elements of Microbiology	Jessica A Ardis Kieran Dilks	GLAB 101	F 7:00 PM-9:59 PM	Microbiology plays a central role in diverse areas of human life such as infectious disease, ecology, and biotechnology. This course will cover aspects of modern microbiology with an emphasis on prokaryotic organisms. The topics will include basic aspects of microbial diversity, genetics, and pathogenesis as well as examples of applied microbiology. This course is open to students in the College of Liberal and Professional Studies only.
BIOL 2801-601	Essentials of Biochemistry	Ruth Elliott	FAGN 213	W 5:15 PM-8:14 PM	Intermediate level course covering principles of modern biochemistry. Topics include protein structure, protein purification and characterization, proteomics, enzyme kinetics and mechanisms, membrane structure and function, metabolism, and cellular energy transduction. Emphasis will be on biochemical problem solving, experimental design, and application of quantitative methods in a biological and clinical context. This course is open to students in the College of Liberal and Professional Studies only.
BIOL 3006-601	Histology	Brahim Chaqour	LEVN L12	R 5:15 PM-8:14 PM	This course is designed to introduce the undergraduate student to the structure of tissues at the cellular level and to the way in which those tissues are assembled into organs. This knowledge of structure will be the basis for discussion of tissue and organ function. This course is open to students in the College of Liberal and Professional Studies only.					https://coursesintouch.apps.upenn.edu/cpr/jsp/fast.do?webService=syll&t=202430&c=BIOL3006601
BIOL 3054-001	Developmental Biology	John D Wagner	CHEM B13	TR 10:15 AM-11:44 AM	A view of how an animal embryo is specified to develop and differentiate into a wide spectrum of cell types, and how the spatial patterns and axes of embyros are determined. The course will focus on genetic and molecular approaches, but will also cover the comparative anatomy of developing embryos to the extent necessary to understand the conserved aspects of embryonic patterning. Special emphasis will be placed on organisms with particular advantages for the study of embryonic development: e.g., mouse, frog, zebrafish, and Drosophila. The first half of the course will cover cell fate restrictions, cloning animals using nuclear transfer, stem cell biology, formation of the embryonic axes in vertebrates and Drosophila, and patterning of the neural tube and mesodermal tissues. The second half of the course will focus on emerging ideas and findings in the field, with emphasis on analysis of original literature.
BIOL 3310-001	Principles of Human Physiology	Yoichiro Mori	LEVN AUD	TR 12:00 PM-1:29 PM	Our focus will be on human physiology and we will cover most of the major organ systems in some depth. We seek to understand physiological phenomena using physical and chemical principles where possible. Basic cell and molecular biology, (bio)chemistry, physics and mathematics are prerequisites for the course, although we will quickly review the required background material when needed. Much of the motivation for the study of physiology is to understand disease, which in turn allows us to better appreciate normal physiology. We will discuss disease throughout the class. In physiology, structure often implies function, and we will thus also cover a fair amount of anatomy and histology.
BIOL 3310-201	Principles of Human Physiology	Yoichiro Mori	LLAB 109	T 5:15 PM-6:14 PM	Our focus will be on human physiology and we will cover most of the major organ systems in some depth. We seek to understand physiological phenomena using physical and chemical principles where possible. Basic cell and molecular biology, (bio)chemistry, physics and mathematics are prerequisites for the course, although we will quickly review the required background material when needed. Much of the motivation for the study of physiology is to understand disease, which in turn allows us to better appreciate normal physiology. We will discuss disease throughout the class. In physiology, structure often implies function, and we will thus also cover a fair amount of anatomy and histology.
BIOL 3310-202	Principles of Human Physiology	Yoichiro Mori	GLAB 100	W 8:30 AM-9:29 AM	Our focus will be on human physiology and we will cover most of the major organ systems in some depth. We seek to understand physiological phenomena using physical and chemical principles where possible. Basic cell and molecular biology, (bio)chemistry, physics and mathematics are prerequisites for the course, although we will quickly review the required background material when needed. Much of the motivation for the study of physiology is to understand disease, which in turn allows us to better appreciate normal physiology. We will discuss disease throughout the class. In physiology, structure often implies function, and we will thus also cover a fair amount of anatomy and histology.
BIOL 3310-203	Principles of Human Physiology	Yoichiro Mori	DRLB 2C6	W 3:30 PM-4:29 PM	Our focus will be on human physiology and we will cover most of the major organ systems in some depth. We seek to understand physiological phenomena using physical and chemical principles where possible. Basic cell and molecular biology, (bio)chemistry, physics and mathematics are prerequisites for the course, although we will quickly review the required background material when needed. Much of the motivation for the study of physiology is to understand disease, which in turn allows us to better appreciate normal physiology. We will discuss disease throughout the class. In physiology, structure often implies function, and we will thus also cover a fair amount of anatomy and histology.
BIOL 3310-204	Principles of Human Physiology	Yoichiro Mori	GLAB 101	W 5:15 PM-6:14 PM	Our focus will be on human physiology and we will cover most of the major organ systems in some depth. We seek to understand physiological phenomena using physical and chemical principles where possible. Basic cell and molecular biology, (bio)chemistry, physics and mathematics are prerequisites for the course, although we will quickly review the required background material when needed. Much of the motivation for the study of physiology is to understand disease, which in turn allows us to better appreciate normal physiology. We will discuss disease throughout the class. In physiology, structure often implies function, and we will thus also cover a fair amount of anatomy and histology.
BIOL 3625-001	Marine Biology	Katie Lynn Barott Sherwood	PSYL A30	T 1:45 PM-4:44 PM	An introduction to marine biology and oceanography. Topics will include chemical and physical oceanography, a survey of form, function and phylogeny of algae, invertebrates and vertebrates, and an examination of ecological and evolutionary principles as applied to marine organisms and ecosystems.					https://coursesintouch.apps.upenn.edu/cpr/jsp/fast.do?webService=syll&t=202430&c=BIOL3625001
BIOL 4004-601	Immunobiology	Michael P Cancro Julia Eberhard	FAGN 116	M 7:00 PM-9:59 PM	Early development of microbiology, pathology, and immunobiology; molecular and cellular bases of immune phenomena including: immunity to pathogens, immune diseases, autoimmunity, and hypersensitivity. This course is open to students in the College of Liberal and Professional Studies only.
BIOL 4007-601	Cancer Cell Biology	Maria Cotticelli Shujuan Xia	GLAB 101	W 7:00 PM-9:59 PM	This course will focus on the molecular mechanisms by which fundamental cellular processes are disrupted in the development of cancer.					https://coursesintouch.apps.upenn.edu/cpr/jsp/fast.do?webService=syll&t=202430&c=BIOL4007601
BIOL 4110-401	Neural Systems and Behavior	Marc F Schmidt	PSYL C41	MW 10:15 AM-11:44 AM	This course will investigate neural processing at the systems level. Principles of how brains encode information will be explored in both sensory (e.g. visual, auditory, social, etc.) and motor systems. Neural encoding strategies will be discussed in relation to the specific behavioral needs of the animal. Examples will be drawn from a variety of different model systems.	BIOL5110401, NRSC4110401, PSYC3220401
BIOL 4310-401	Molecular Physiology	Dejian Ren	GLAB 101	MW 3:30 PM-4:59 PM	This course is designed for advanced undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in molecular physiology of sensory signal transduction. The major topics to cover will be signal transduction mechanisms used by membrane ion channels and receptors that detect the sensory stimuli (light, sound, temperature, smell and taste, for example) and transmit the signals to the nervous system. Modern molecular, genetic and structural techniques (electrophysiology, protein structural determination/analysis, animal genetics, and human disease, for example) will be introduced along with each topic. References will be primary research articles. Students will critically evaluate research discoveries through analysis of research papers. Each student will deliver two presentations and write a 10-page research proposal.	BIOL5310401
BIOL 4430-401	Evolution and Ecology of Infectious Diseases	Dustin Brisson	GLAB 102	M 1:45 PM-4:44 PM	This course will focus on fundamental topics related to the ecological and evolutionary processes driving the transmission of pathogenic microbes among hosts including life-history strategies; evolution of pathogenic traits; the impacts of temporal, spatial and host-trait heterogeneity; and factors causing the emergence of an infectious pathogen. Examples will be drawn from human, wildlife, and plant pathogens to illustrate these ecological and evolutionary topics. Students will learn to develop and apply current ecological and evolutionary theory to infectious microbe research and gain practical experience accessing, interpreting and synthesizing the peer-reviewed scientific literature through a combination of popular and scientific readings, discussion, and lecture.	BIOL5430401
BIOL 4517-401	Theoretical Population Biology	Erol Akcay	TOWN 307	TR 10:15 AM-11:44 AM	Introduction to basic theoretical tools to study the evolutionary and ecological dynamics of populations. Topics to be discussed include: basic population dynamics and population genetics theory, evolutionary game theory/adaptive dynamics, social evolution (kin selection/multilevel selection), life-history evolution, and stochastic models. Other topics may be added based on the specific interests of students in the class.	BIOL5517401
BIOL 4536-401	Introduction to Computational Biology & Biological Modeling	Junhyong Kim Christopher Large Jean Gabriel Rosario	FAGN 118	MW 3:30 PM-4:59 PM	The goal of this course is to develop a deeper understanding of techniques and concepts used in Computational Biology. Both theoretical and practical aspects of a range of methods will be covered. Theoretical aspects will include statistical analysis, modeling, and algorithm design. This course cannot provide a comprehensive survey of the field but focuses on a select core set of topics and data types. We will discuss the genome browser, alignment algorithms, classical and non-parametric statistics, pathway analysis, dimensionality reduction, GWAS, multiple testing and machine learning, with primary focus on biomedical data. UNIX, R and Python will be utilized to learn to execute big data analysis pipelines, including RNA-Seq and DNA-Seq. UNIX and R will be taught from first principles but programming experience in Python is expected. Students without prior experience with Python should consider taking PHYS 1100 before taking this class. You will be provided with a computational (cloud based) platform on which to do all programming and assignments.	BIOL5535401, CIS4360401	Natural Sciences & Mathematics Sector
BIOL 4606-401	Urban Botany	Lee H Dietterich	LEVN L11	F 1:45 PM-4:44 PM	Urban environments present unique challenges and opportunities for plant species. After a review of plant taxonomy and anatomy, this course will examine the ecological impacts of plants in urban settings. We will explore landscapes in and around Penn’s campus to understand how plant communities contribute to ecosystem services in these environments. The applied uses of plants in agriculture, medicine, bioremediation, and other aspects of community health will also be explored.	BIOL5606401
BIOL 4825-401	Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics Superlab	Jennifer A Punt John D Wagner	LEVN L57	TR 1:45 PM-4:44 PM	Intensive laboratory class where open-ended, interesting biological problems are explored using modern lab techniques. Topics may include protein structure/function studies; genetic screens, genomics and gene expression studies; proteomics and protein purification techniques; and molecular cloning and DNA manipulation. The course emphasizes developing scientific communication and independent research skills. Course topics reflect the interests of individual Biology faculty members. This course is recommended for students considering independent research.	BIOL5825401
BIOL 5022-301	Cell Signaling	Kimberly L Gallagher	DRLB 3N1H	W 1:45 PM-4:44 PM	The evolution of multicellularity required that cells be able to both send and receive signals from their neighbors. The development of organs and differentiation of cells and tissues requires reliable and continuous communication between cells. Consequences of inappropriate or anomalous signaling include development abnormalities and cancer. This class will examine mechanisms of cell-to-cell signaling between cells in plants and animals with an emphasis on the cell biology of development.
BIOL 5062-001	Biological Foundations for Bioengineering and Biotechnology: Cellular and Molecular Biology	Alex Harris Kimberly Wodzanowski Wilson	FAGN 116	MW 3:30 PM-4:59 PM	This course is designed for students in graduate level degree programs with an interest in developing a strong understanding of core concepts in cellular and molecular biology. It is assumed that students either have familiarity with undergraduate level biology topics, or can quickly catch up to keep pace with the course. We will primarily explore areas of cell and molecular biology ranging from protein synthesis to cell signaling to immunology. This fast-paced course will provide both an overview of foundational principles, as well as modern applications and developments through literature review. Students will be expected to engage deeply with the material, and will have the opportunity to develop scientific skills in critical thinking, reading, and communication, culminating in a final group presentation at the end of the semester. Upon completing the course, students should feel empowered to enroll in any advanced molecular and cellular-based biology course at Penn.
BIOL 5110-401	Neural Systems and Behavior	Marc F Schmidt	PSYL C41	MW 10:15 AM-11:44 AM	This course will investigate neural processing at the systems level. Principles of how brains encode information will be explored in both sensory (e.g. visual, auditory, social, etc.) and motor systems. Neural encoding strategies will be discussed in relation to the specific behavioral needs of the animal. Examples will be drawn from a variety of different model systems.	BIOL4110401, NRSC4110401, PSYC3220401
BIOL 5210-401	Molecular Biology and Genetics	Nancy Bonini	LLAB 10	TR 12:00 PM-1:29 PM	This course will survey the discipline of molecular genetics. Two broad areas will be considered 1) Molecular Biology: DNA replication, transcription, translation, regulation of gene expression in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic systems, and genomics and 2) Genetics: basic Mendelian & molecular genetics.	BIOL2210401				https://coursesintouch.apps.upenn.edu/cpr/jsp/fast.do?webService=syll&t=202430&c=BIOL5210401
BIOL 5210-402	Molecular Biology and Genetics		LEVN AUD	T 5:15 PM-6:14 PM	This course will survey the discipline of molecular genetics. Two broad areas will be considered 1) Molecular Biology: DNA replication, transcription, translation, regulation of gene expression in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic systems, and genomics and 2) Genetics: basic Mendelian & molecular genetics.	BIOL2210402
BIOL 5210-403	Molecular Biology and Genetics		FAGN 116	W 1:45 PM-2:44 PM	This course will survey the discipline of molecular genetics. Two broad areas will be considered 1) Molecular Biology: DNA replication, transcription, translation, regulation of gene expression in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic systems, and genomics and 2) Genetics: basic Mendelian & molecular genetics.	BIOL2210403
BIOL 5310-401	Molecular Physiology	Dejian Ren	GLAB 101	MW 3:30 PM-4:59 PM	This course is designed for advanced undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in molecular physiology of sensory signal transduction. The major topics to cover will be signal transduction mechanisms used by membrane ion channels and receptors that detect the sensory stimuli (light, sound, temperature, smell and taste, for example) and transmit the signals to the nervous system. Modern molecular, genetic and structural techniques (electrophysiology, protein structural determination/analysis, animal genetics, and human disease, for example) will be introduced along with each topic. References will be primary research articles. Students will critically evaluate research discoveries through analysis of research papers. Each student will deliver two presentations and write a 10-page research proposal.	BIOL4310401
BIOL 5430-401	Evolution and Ecology of Infectious Diseases	Dustin Brisson	GLAB 102	M 1:45 PM-4:44 PM	This course will focus on fundamental topics related to the ecological and evolutionary processes driving the transmission of pathogenic microbes among hosts including life-history strategies; evolution of pathogenic traits; the impacts of temporal, spatial and host-trait heterogeneity; and factors causing the emergence of an infectious pathogen. Examples will be drawn from human, wildlife, and plant pathogens to illustrate these ecological and evolutionary topics. Students will learn to develop and apply current ecological and evolutionary theory to infectious microbe research and gain practical experience accessing, interpreting and synthesizing the peer-reviewed scientific literature through a combination of popular and scientific readings, discussion, and lecture.	BIOL4430401
BIOL 5510-401	Statistics for Biologists	Joshua Benjamin Plotkin	LEVN AUD	TR 10:15 AM-11:44 AM	Introductory probability theory. Principles of statistical methods. Problems of estimation and hypothesis testing in biology and related areas.	BIOL2510401
BIOL 5517-401	Theoretical Population Biology	Erol Akcay	TOWN 307	TR 10:15 AM-11:44 AM	Introduction to basic theoretical tools to study the evolutionary and ecological dynamics of populations. Topics to be discussed include: basic population dynamics and population genetics theory, evolutionary game theory/adaptive dynamics, social evolution (kin selection/multilevel selection), life-history evolution, and stochastic models. Other topics may be added based on the specific interests of students in the class.	BIOL4517401
BIOL 5535-401	Introduction to Computational Biology & Biological Modeling	Junhyong Kim Christopher Large Jean Gabriel Rosario	FAGN 118	MW 3:30 PM-4:59 PM	The goal of this course is to develop a deeper understanding of techniques and concepts used in Computational Biology. Both theoretical and practical aspects of a range of methods will be covered. Theoretical aspects will include statistical analysis, modeling, and algorithm design. This course cannot provide a comprehensive survey of the field but focuses on a select core set of topics and data types. We will discuss the genome browser, alignment algorithms, classical and non-parametric statistics, pathway analysis, dimensionality reduction, GWAS, multiple testing and machine learning, with primary focus on biomedical data. UNIX, R and Python will be utilized to learn to execute big data analysis pipelines, including RNA-Seq and DNA-Seq. UNIX and R will be taught from first principles but prior experience in Python will be assumed. You will be provided with a computational (cloud based) platform on which to do all programming and assignments. Prerequisite: Programming experience in Python required.	BIOL4536401, CIS4360401
BIOL 5536-401	Fundamentals of Computational Biology	Junhyong Kim	OTHR IP	MW 1:45 PM-3:14 PM	Introductory computational biology course designed for both biology students and computer science, engineering students. The course will cover fundamentals of algorithms, statistics, and mathematics as applied to biological problems. In particular, emphasis will be given to biological problem modeling and understanding the algorithms and mathematical procedures at the "pencil and paper" level. That is, practical implementation of the algorithms is not taught but principles of the algorithms are covered using small sized examples. Topics to be covered are: genome annotation and string algorithms, pattern search and statistical learning, molecular evolution and phylogenetics, functional genomics and systems level analysis.	CIS5360401, GCB5360401
BIOL 5606-401	Urban Botany	Lee H Dietterich	LEVN L11	F 1:45 PM-4:44 PM	Urban environments present unique challenges and opportunities for plant species. After a review of plant taxonomy and anatomy, this course will examine the ecological impacts of plants in urban settings. We will explore landscapes in and around Penn’s campus to understand how plant communities contribute to ecosystem services in these environments. The applied uses of plants in agriculture, medicine, bioremediation, and other aspects of community health will also be explored.	BIOL4606401
BIOL 5825-401	Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics Superlab	Jennifer A Punt John D Wagner	LEVN L57	TR 1:45 PM-4:44 PM	Intensive laboratory class where open-ended, interesting biological problems are explored using modern lab techniques. Topics may include protein structure/function studies; genetic screens, genomics and gene expression studies; proteomics and protein purification techniques; and molecular cloning and DNA manipulation. The course emphasizes developing scientific communication and independent research skills. Course topics reflect the interests of individual Biology faculty members. This course is recommended for students considering independent research.	BIOL4825401
BIOL 5860-401	Mathematical Modeling in Biology	Toshiyuki Ogawa	GLAB 101	MW 1:45 PM-3:14 PM	This course will cover various mathematical models and tools that are used to study modern biological problems. Mathematical models may be drawn from cell biology, physiology, population genetics, or ecology. Tools in dynamical systems or stochastic processes will be introduced as necessary. No prior knowledge of biology is needed to take this course, but some familiarity with differential equations and probability will be assumed.	MATH5861401				https://coursesintouch.apps.upenn.edu/cpr/jsp/fast.do?webService=syll&t=202430&c=BIOL5860401
BIOL 7000-301	Advanced Topics in Current Biological Research	David S. Roos	OTHR IP	R 12:00 PM-12:59 PM	Integrative seminar on current biological research for first-year PhD students.