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GRS BI 753: Advanced Molecular Biology
Graduate Prerequisites: CAS BI 552; or consent of instructor.
In-depth analysis of current topics in molecular biology regarding the flow of information in the nucleus of eukaryotic cells. Focus on primary literature. Includes genomic flexibility, signal transduction to the nucleus, chromatin structure, gene expression, cell cycle checkpoints, health-related topics. -
GRS BI 755: Cellular and Systems Neuroscience
Advanced survey course in neurobiology. Topics covered include cell biology of the neuron, neurophysiology, neuropharmacology, cell signaling, anatomical methods, development of the nervous system, and human neuroanatomy. Three hours lecture, one hour discussion. -
GRS BI 764: Urban Biogeoscience and Environmental Health Colloquium
Undergraduate Prerequisites: Open to graduate students only and priority is given to students enrolled in the BU Graduate Program in Urban Biogeoscience and Environmental Health.
Introduction to the fields of Biogeoscience and Environmental Health. Through weekly reading, discussions, and research presentations, students acquire a basic foundation in urban Biogeoscience and Environmental Health. -
GRS BI 765: Applied Research Methods in Urban Biogeoscience and Environmental Health
Undergraduate Prerequisites: Open to graduate students only and priority is given to students enrolled in the BU Graduate Program in Urban Biogeoscience and Environmental Health. Completion of GRS BI/EE 764 highly recommended.
Students learn skills in urban Biogeoscience, Environmental Health, and Statistics to tackle urban environmental challenges. Learning outcomes are achieved through learning about research methods related to urban air, soil, water quality, environmental stressors, nutrient cycles, and climate. Students read and deconstruct primary literature, have in-class discussions, and complete hands-on training. -
GRS BI 791: Graduate Laboratory Rotations 1
Graduate Prerequisites: Students must be first-year students in the PHD program in Biology orMCBB.
Graduate students perform laboratory rotations with faculty with whom they may choose to perform their PhD dissertation research. Through critical reading, writing, laboratory meetings, faculty-student meetings and hands-on research, students are exposed to the faculty members research and laboratory environment. -
GRS BI 792: Graduate Laboratory Rotations 2
Graduate Prerequisites: Students must be first-year students in the PHD program in Biology orMCBB and have completed GRS BI/MB 791.
Graduate students perform laboratory rotations with faculty with whom they may choose to perform their PhD dissertation research. Through critical reading, writing, laboratory meetings, faculty-student meetings and hands-on research, students are exposed to the faculty members research and laboratory environment. -
GRS BI 795: Urban Biogeoscience and Environmental Health: From Research to Policy
Undergraduate Prerequisites: Open to graduate students only and priority is given to students enrolled in the BU Graduate Program in Urban Biogeoscience and Environmental Health. Students are required to meet with the instructor
Students learn how cities utilize scientific findings to address urban environmental challenges and develop communication skills to effectively translate scientific results to decision-makers and the public. Students complete a semester-long internship to gain experience applying scientific knowledge to decision making. -
GRS BI 911: Research in Behavior and Ecology
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GRS BI 912: Research in Behavior and Ecology
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GRS BI 925: Research in Cell and Molecular Biology
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GRS BI 926: Research in Cell and Molecular Biology
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GRS BI 929: Research in Genetics
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GRS BI 935: Research in Marine Biology
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GRS BI 936: Research in Marine Biology
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GRS BI 939: Research in Neurobiology
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GRS BI 940: Research in Neurobiology
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GRS BI 941: Research in Evolution
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GRS BI 942: Research in Evolution
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GRS BI 945: Research in Forest Ecology