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MB&B109
Light and Life: Vision, Photosynthesis, DNA and Melanoma
MB&B109 FA
| Section | Class Size | *Available | Times | POI | Prereq |
|---|
| 1 | 30 | 9 | Times: .T.T... 1:10PM-2:30PM; | No | No |
*The number of spaces listed as available is based on class seats open for
the Blue Add phase of registration. Some seats may be taken in previous
phases while others may be held out for subsequent phases of registration.
(Last Updated on Tue Aug 10 05:00:30 EDT 1999
)
This course is designed to introduce students to biological
processes mediated by light. Topics will include the vision
process, photosynthesis, UV-mediated DNA damage and repair
processes. The course will cover the nature of light and
its interaction with matter as an introduction to
understanding these topics in photobiology. We will also
discuss the role of light in the onset of melanoma and the
release of melatonin. In addition, the depletion of the
ozone layer and the consequences of this depletion within
the context of health problems associated with increased
exposure to UV light will also be discussed. This course
provides an introduction to the importance of light in the
living world for basic biological processes and the dangers
of overexposure.
MAJOR READINGS
Selected papers from SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN.
Other readings from newspapers and magazine articles.
EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS
Problem sets, two midterms and
one final exam.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS
Although there are
no prerequisites for this course, a good background in
science is strongly recommended.
Unless preregistered students attend the first class meeting
or communicate directly with the instructor prior to the
first class, they will be dropped from the class list.
NOTE: Students must still submit a completed Drop/Add form
to the Registrar's Office.
COURSE FORMAT: Lecture
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Level: UG Credit: 1.00
Gen Ed Area & Dept: NSM MB&B
Prerequisites:
None
- Section 01
- Mukerji, I
- Times: .T.T... 1:10PM- 2:30PM;
- Grading Mode: A/F
- Registration Preference (1 high to 6 low, 0=Excluded) Sr: 4, Jr: 4, So: 2, Fr: 1
- No Major Preference Given
Last Updated on MAR-22-1999
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