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MCDB 401 - Advanced Topics in Biology
Winter 2022, Section 001 - Introduction to the Biology of Aging
Instruction Mode: Section 001 is  In Person (see other Sections below)
Subject: Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology (MCDB)
Department: LSA Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology
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Details

Credits:
3
Requirements & Distribution:
BS
Consent:
With permission of instructor.
Advisory Prerequisites:
Seniors or Graduate standing. Prerequisites will be set by the instructor as appropriate for each section.
BS:
This course counts toward the 60 credits of math/science required for a Bachelor of Science degree.
Repeatability:
May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit(s). May be elected more than once in the same term.
Primary Instructor:
Quarles,Ellen
Start/End Date:
Full Term 1/5/22 - 4/19/22 (see other Sections below)
NOTE: Drop/Add deadlines are dependent on the class meeting dates and will differ for full term versus partial term offerings.
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Description

 Introduction to the Biology of Aging focuses on the molecular and cellular processes of aging, and how those relate to age-associated diseases. Topics also include theories of aging, how aging is studied in model organisms and humans, and an overview of aging interventions. This is a combined lecture and collaborative format and grading will be based on quizzes and short presentations throughout the semester.

Schedule

MCDB 401 - Advanced Topics in Biology
Schedule Listing
001 (LEC)
 In Person
30541
Closed
0
 
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TuTh 10:00AM - 11:30AM1505 NUB
1/5/22 - 4/19/22
Note: BIO 272 is a prerequisite for MCDB 401 section 001.
002 (LEC)
 In Person
35556
Open
5
 
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MWF 9:00AM - 10:00AM2520 NUB
1/5/22 - 4/19/22

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