MCB 493

Fall 2023 Part of Term 1

Part of Term 1
Aug 21-Dec 6

Special Topics Mol Cell Biol

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Credit: 1 TO 4 hours.

Discussion of current topics of interest within the broad domain of molecular and cellular biology; seminar or lecture format. Topics vary.

May be repeated to a maximum of 12 hours. Prerequisite: Junior standing and consent of instructor.

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MCB 493 class schedule data for fall 2023
CRN	Type	Section	Time	Day	Location	Instructor	Section Details
65276	Laboratory	APL	10:00AM -1:50PM	F	485C Burrill Hall	Brown, C	Part of Term: 1 Date Range: 08/21/23-12/06/23 Credit: 2 hours Section Title: Advanced Physiology Lab Section Info: Advanced Physiology Lab Prerequisites: MCB 252 and MCB 253. This is an advanced laboratory course to study fundamental physiology concepts including full body metabolism, endocrine signaling, and neural, muscular, and cardiovascular systems using hands-on experiments and computer simulations. Students will measure and analyze how diet and exercise impinge on the response elicited from these different systems using a calorimeter, analyzing blood glucose and hormone levels, testing for stress/anxiety, and measuring heart rate and muscle contraction. MCB 493 APL involves the use of live animal subjects. Substitutions for the activities involving animals will not be provided. This section may not be repeated. Consult an MCB advisor for grade replacement situations. This section of this course will count toward the 15 advanced credit hours of Advanced MCB Courses in the MCB undergraduate degree program and as an advanced MCB laboratory course. You may add your name to the online wait list at https://go.illinois.edu/mcb493apl_FA23_waitlist if the course is full.
56452	Lecture	EPI	2:00PM -2:50PM	MWF	1057 Lincoln Hall	Belmont, A	Part of Term: 1 Date Range: 08/21/23-12/06/23 Credit: 3 hours Section Title: Epigenetics Section Info: This course will cover the field of epigenetics that seeks to explain how long-lasting changes in cellular and organismal traits can occur through non-genetic, environmentally responsive mechanisms. The course will focus on the molecular mechanisms underlying epigenetic phenomenon but we will also cover applications to contemporary topics such as cancer, metabolism, aging, and tissue engineering. 3 undergraduate hours, 3 graduate hours.Prerequisite: Undergrads- MCB 252 or consent of instructor.One semester of biochemistry is recommended. This section of MCB 493 counts as advanced MCB course credit.
58507	Lecture	GDC	11:00AM -12:20PM	TR	182 Armory	Ceman, S	Part of Term: 1 Date Range: 08/21/23-12/06/23 Credit: 3 hours Section Info: Genetic Disorders and Counseling This course addresses key issues in human genetics at an advanced level and is designed for pre-health care professionals. The course covers basic principles of medical ethics, chromosomes, complex disorders like autism and Alzheimer’s disease, gene therapy and emerging technologies like CRISPR. Relevance to counseling individuals with these disorders will be discussed throughout the course. Relevant new published findings will also be discussed. This section of MCB 493 counts as advanced MCB course credit.
50661	Lecture	PBC	9:30AM -10:50AM	TR	1000 Lincoln Hall	Tajkhorshid, E	Part of Term: 1 Date Range: 08/21/23-12/06/23 Credit: 4 hours Section Info: Physical and Biological Chemistry This course will cover the principles of thermodynamics and kinetics and their applications to biological macromolecules. Prereqs: CHEM 104 or 204, PHYS 102 or 212, MATH 231. This section of MCB 493 counts as advanced MCB course credit.