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Advancements in high-throughput sequencing technologies have created a growing demand for professionals skilled in analyzing and interpreting genomic data. Students focus on advanced genomic data analysis and interpretation using R and Bioconductor. They import and visualize genomic data, summarize...

Advancements in high-throughput sequencing technologies create a growing demand for professionals skilled in analyzing and interpreting transcriptomics data. Students explore the principles and tools of transcriptomics with a focus on RNA sequencing (RNA-seq) data analysis. They perform quality...

This seminar course on industry topics provides students with opportunities to explore current and emerging research, trends, practices, and issues in bioinformatics. Course content changes from semester to semester and is selected based on current "hot topics" in the field. Please contact the...

This research-based course will see students integrating and applying the knowledge and skills they have developed through lower level multidisciplinary courses in the bioinformatics program, as well as their co-op work term. Each student will investigate a novel bioinformatics question or problem...

This research-based course will see students integrating and applying the knowledge and skills they have developed through lower level multidisciplinary courses in the bioinformatics program, as well as their co-op work term. Each student will investigate a novel bioinformatics question or problem...

Students learn how to select, design, implement, and evaluate a variety of computational tools and techniques to solve problems in the field of biology such as sequencing DNA, identifying and predicting genes, and detecting RNA structures. They are introduced to the principles and practical...

Formerly BIOL 1116Students from a variety of backgrounds are introduced to biology and how it relates to humans, as well as issues of social importance in today's world. Through lectures and laboratories, students acquire theoretical knowledge and participate in practical demonstrations of...

Students majoring in science are introduced to cell and molecular biology with a strong emphasis on evolution. Through lectures and laboratories, students acquire the theoretical background and hands-on skills necessary to succeed in upper level biology courses. Topics of study include physical and...

In this course, students pay special attention to environmental ecology, specifically human populations and their interactions with the environment. Students actively engage with content that is topical and at times controversial. This course is open to all students and is ideal for those in non...

An introduction to human biology that covers the structure and function of cells, tissues, and selected human organ systems. Other topics include basic chemistry and microbiology.Students will receive credit for only one of BIOL 1111, 1116, or 1175.