Explores the role of biological science in efforts to conserve natural resources, systems and the organisms therein. Prerequisites: SC/BIOL 2050 4.00, SC/BIOL 2060 3.00. Course Outline: Course Outline Fall 2025
A reading course offered by special arrangement between an individual student and a faculty supervisor which focuses on a specialized area of biology of mutual interest. The subject matter must be significantly different from that of the student's honours thesis. Students interested in enrolling in this course must identify an undergraduate faculty member in the […]
Investigates advanced concepts and experimental systems in virology, including recent basic and applied research that has led to major scientific innovations in medicine, agriculture and nanotechnology. Prerequisites: SC/BIOL 3110 3.00, SC/BIOL 3130 3.00, SC/BIOL 3155 3.00. Course Outlines Course Outline Fall 2025
The fundamental properties of solute transport are presented by discussing active ion pumps, passive transporters and ion channels of bacteria, plants and animals. The role of transport in regulating the intracellular environment in animals and plants is emphasized. Prerequisites: SC/BIOL 2020 3.00, SC/BIOL 2021 3.00. SC/BIOL 3010 3.00 and SC/BIOL 3110 3.00 strongly recommended as […]
A detailed examination of molecular, cellular and physiological processes associated with the action of peptide hormones, neuro-transmitters and growth factors. Emphasis is on cell receptors and signal transduction mechanisms involving cyclic nucleotides and calcium. Prerequisites: SC/BIOL 2020 3.00, SC/BIOL 2021 3.00, SC/BIOL 2070 3.00. SC/BIOL 3010 3.00 and SC/BIOL 3110 3.00 strongly recommended as prerequisites […]
Selected topics in cell biology, such as membrane dynamics, cell cycle control, apoptosis, signal transduction and cellular rhythmicity. Presentation and critical discussion of recent research papers, emphasizing current methods and experimental design. Prerequisite: SC/BIOL 3130 3.00. Course Outline Fall 2025
This course explores the structure and function of the immune system and its applications. Students will build a deeper understanding of the molecular, cellular and regulatory mechanisms of the immune system while exploring the research on, and application of, immunology in living systems. Both normal immune functions and disorders of the immune response will be […]
A research thesis based on laboratory and/or field investigations under the supervision of a faculty member. Rules governing this course are outlined in the Department of Biology undergraduate handbook. Note: Only open to Honours students majoring in biology and environmental biology or environmental science (life sciences stream) with at least 84 credits, and a Biology […]
A substantial written thesis, including a literature review based on library investigations, under the supervision of a faculty member. Rules governing this course are outlined in the Department of Biology undergraduate handbook. Note: Open only to Honours students majoring in Biology, Environmental Biology or Environmental Science (life sciences stream) with at least 84 credits, and […]
The study of genome structure, function and evolution, with emphasis on the primary literature. Topics include: gene duplication, evolution of noncoding DNA, population genomics, horizontal gene transfer, transposable element evolution and base composition. Three lecture hours. One term. Three credits. Prerequisites: SC/BIOL 2060 3.00 or SC/MATH 2560 3.00 or SC/MATH 2565 3.00 or HH/PSYC 2020 […]