This course introduces non-science majors to basic biological concepts including, but not limited to, the properties of life, biochemistry, cell biology, molecular biology, evolution, biodiversity, and ecology. Three lectures. Credit for both this course and BIOL 1140 may not be applied toward a degree program.

This introductory biology course for students interested in health science careers focuses on the concepts of chemistry, cell biology, metabolism, genetics, and regulation of gene expression. Not accepted toward the Biology major. Credit for both this course and BIOL 1110 may not be applied toward a degree program.

Biology 2101 covers fundamental principles in molecular cellular biology and molecular genetics. Emphasis is placed on biological molecule structure and function, cell structure, metabolism, gene function and gene expression. This is one of three core courses serving as pre-requisites for all upper division courses in Biology.

An introduction to 1) the fundamentals of evolution required to understand the origin of the diverse array of organisms observed in nature, 2) the diversity of structures and functions that have evolved to solve fundamental problems in organismal biology, and 3) the principles and characteristics of population, community, and ecosystem ecology.

This course is the first of two that serve as an introduction to human anatomy and physiology for Biology majors and allied health students. The course entails describing, explaining, and analyzing structure and function from the submicroscopic to the organismal level with emphasis on anatomic, directional, and sectional terminology, basic cellular structure and metabolism, tissue differentiation and characteristics, and organ system structure and function; Specifically the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems.

This course is the second of two that serve as an introduction to human anatomy and physiology for biology majors and allied health students. The course entails describing, explaining, and analyzing structure and function from the submicroscopic to the organismal level with emphasis on specific cellular, tissue, and organ structure and physiology, and organ system structure and function; specifically the endocrine, cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary, and reproductive systems. Additionally, an analysis of these concepts is included: fluid and electrolyte balance, pregnancy, growth and development from zygote to newborn, and heredity. Three lectures. Prerequisite: 2210.

This course introduces the basic principles of microbial structure, genetics, and physiology, virology, parasitology, disease, pathogenicity, epidemiology and immunology. Only some emphasis is given to basic biological principles. The course is designed for those obtaining a career in the health sciences. Not accepted toward the Biology major or minor. Credit for both this course and BIOL **351/**352L may not be applied toward a degree program. Prerequisite: ((1140 and 1140L) or 2110C) and (CHEM 1120C or (CHEM 1215 and CHEM 1215L)).

The Department of Biology Sophomore Seminar Series (BIOL 330, 331, 332) introduces UNM biology majors to the research interests of the faculty. BIOL 330 highlights faculty presenters who study topics that integrate biology and related sciences.

Cellular structure, genetics, physiology and ecology of microorganisms. Principles of bacterial techniques, host-parasite relationships and infection and immunity. Credit for both this course and BIOL 2305 may not be applied toward a degree program. This is a double-starred (**) level course and may be taken for graduate credit by students enrolled in a graduate program outside of the department. A graduate student enrolled in a double-starred course numbered below 500 may be required to complete extra work.

Original theoretical and/or experimental work under supervision. Work for the thesis is carried on throughout the senior year. A maximum of 4 credit hours may be applied toward the Biology major; additional credit hours contribute to upper-level Arts and Sciences requirements.

A maximum of 4 credit hours may be applied toward the Biology major. A maximum of 2 credit hours may be applied toward the Biology minor. Additional credit hours contribute to upper-level Arts and Sciences requirements. Restriction: senior standing and permission of instructor.

Continually changing selection of topics that satisfy upper-division EEO Biology breadth requirement.

Continually changing selection of topics that satisfy upper-division INT breadth requirement.

Astrobiology studies the origins, evolution, detection, distribution, and future of life in the universe. We will also explore how we define life, the limitations of life based on the natural laws of the universe, and the implications of discovering life from microbes to advanced civilizations. Fulfills the INT breadth requirement of the Biology BS/BA degree.

Molecular biology of the gene. Fulfills the CMP breadth requirement of the Biology BS/BA degree. This a starred (*) level course and may be taken for graduate credit by students enrolled in a graduate program. A graduate student enrolled in a starred course numbered below 500 may be required to complete extra work.

This course provides engagement between UNM students and faculty with the wider scientific community. Each week a different scientist is invited by UNM Biology faculty or students to present their research to the department. Each seminar concludes with a short audience question period.

This course provides engagement between UNM biology graduate students, UNM biology majors, and the wider UNM biology community. Graduate students in the Department of Biology present their research each week.

The function of organ systems in animals, emphasizing neuromuscular, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal and renal physiology. Fulfills the CMP breadth requirement of the Biology BS/BA degree. This a starred (*) level course and may be taken for graduate credit by students enrolled in a graduate program. A graduate student enrolled in a starred course numbered below 500 may be required to complete extra work.

This combined lecture/laboratory course explores the fundamentals of fungal biology, identification, isolation, and use of DNA techniques to refining mushroom identification and exploring evolutionary relationships. Fulfills the INT breadth requirement of the Biology BS/BA degree.

Interdisciplinary overview of how science museum resources are used to study change in human communities, natural, and physical systems over space and time. Course activities emphasize materials science, data science, and team science. Fulfills the INT breadth requirement of the Biology BS/BA degree.

Principles of DNA and RNA purification, enzymatic manipulation of nucleic acids, molecular cloning, gel electrophoresis, hybridization procedures and nucleotide sequencing. Two hours lecture, 5 hours lab. Restriction: permission of instructor.

This course will provide students a mechanistic understanding of modern drug action in the human body. The course is designed to aid particularly those students on healthcare-related curriculum paths. Fulfills the CMP breadth requirement.

Structure, properties and molecular biology of viruses; virus-host interactions, viral replication,, pathology, epidemiology, classification, and vaccine development.. Fulfills the CMP requirement of the Biology BS/BA degree.

Peer into the exciting world of microbiome research and dive deep into how microorganisms shape nearly every aspect of daily life for animals. Fulfills the CMP breadth requirement of the Biology BS/BA degree.

Immunoglobulin structure, antigen-antibody reactions, immunity and hypersensitivity; experimental approach will be emphasized. Three lectures. Fulfills the CMP requirement of the BS/BA Biology degree.

Recent genomics advances have expanded biology to include more unusual model organisms. The new technologies that facilitate studying emerging models and the discoveries made from them will be explored. Fulfills the CMP breadth requirement of the Biology BS/BA degree.

Understanding how natural ecosystems are responding to pressing environmental issues is a major challenge in contemporary science. Yet, many of these events have an analog in Earth history. Paleoecology can provide unique insights into these events. Fulfills the EEO breadth requirement of the Biology BS/BA degree.

This course will cover forest ecology topics ranging from individual organisms to ecosystems. You will learn about how disturbances, climate, and humans influence forest structure and function. Fulfills the EEO breadth requirement of the Biology BS/BA degree.

Importance of biological diversity from ecological, aesthetic, economic and political viewpoints. Extinction as a past, present and future process, and the roles of genetics, levels of biological organization, reserves and laws in the protection and recovery of endangered organisms. Fulfills the EEO breadth requirement of the Biology BS/BA degree.

A maximum of 2 credit hours may be applied toward the Biology major. Not accepted toward the Biology minor. Restriction: junior or senior standing and permission of instructor.