Cellular Behavior BIOL352 SP

The course considers cells, the smallest units of life, as autonomous organisms whose function and even survival depends on behavioral strategies. We will examine how cells perceive and react to environmental stimuli such as light, gravity and electric fields. We will also probe how cells detect signals from other cells. Topics include cell-cell communication, cooperative interactions, cell migration, sexual behavior, feeding strategies, aggressive and defensive mechanisms, memory and learning and circadian rhythms. The behavior of cells will be considered in terms of molecular mechanisms, relation to embryonic development and evolutionary significance.

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COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Lecture

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Level: UG Credit: 1.00

Prerequisites: BIOL203 or BIOL205 or BIOL206

Last Updated on MAR-10-1997