BIOL 71.02 Cell Biology Across Scales

This course investigates the size relationships between cellular components using “back-of-the-envelope” techniques to develop intuitions about biological problems. The course consists of lectures, in-class exercises, and primary literature discussion. Content is organized by a central motivating question (ex. “How many mitochondria does a cell need?”). The goal is to improve biological numeracy and to consider cell biological questions quantitatively. Active participation will be essential. The course will culminate in small group presentations on scaling questions.

Instructor

Amodeo

Prerequisite

BIOL 12 or BIOL 19 and BIOL 13 and one from among BIOL 40, BIOL 41, BIOL 43, BIOL 45, CHEM 41

Degree Requirement Attributes

Dist:SCI

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Offered

• Spring