| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 416 | Natural Products | 3 OR 4 hours. | Biogenetic approach to secondary metabolites. General principles and selected studies of phenolic compounds, terpenes, alkaloids, and other interesting natural products. Same as CHEM 456. 3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite(s): One year of organic chemistry. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 424 | Mammalian Histology | 4 hours. | The microscopic anatomy of tissues and organs in relation to their function. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 272 or BIOS 325. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 429 | Laboratory in Electron Microscopy | 3 hours. | Laboratory instruction in cell preparation and instrument operation in transmission and scanning electron microscopy. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only. Animals used in instruction. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 430 | Evolution | 4 hours. | Mechanisms of genetic and phenotypic stability and change in populations and species; modes of speciation and macroevolution; trends in evolution. Lecture and discussion. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 220. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 431 | Plant and Animal Interactions | 3 hours. | Ecology of non-symbiotic relationships of plants and animals, including protection mutualisms, pollination, seed dispersal, animal herbivory and plant defense. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 100 and BIOS 101 and any 200- or 300-level course in biological sciences. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 432 | Restoration Ecology | 3 hours. | Philosophical, historical, and ecological basis for ecological restoration, with emphasis on readings in the primary literature and writing. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 230 or the equivalent.Recommended background: BIOS 331. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 433 | Plant Diversity and Conservation | 4 hours. | Focus on seed-plant diversity: morphological features and family identification; major evolutionary process; evolutionary relationships among plant groups; and goals, problems, and progress in the conservation of plant diversity. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 230. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 435 | Plant Evolution | 3 hours. | Examines the history of plant life in a rigorous survey of plant genetics, factors that influence diversity of form and function, the astonishing diversity of plant sexual systems, and conservation. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 230; and junior standing or above. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 437 | Topics in Tropical Ecology | 3 hours. | Introduction to the character of tropical ecosystems. In-depth reading and discussion of one or more current topics. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 230 and junior standing or above. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 443 | Animal Physiological Systems | 4 hours. | Basic function of renal, respiratory and digestive systems. Integrative role of endocrine systems. Animals used in instruction. Prerequisite(s): Four courses in the Biological Sciences. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 450 | Advanced Microbiology | 3 hours. | Comprehensive analysis of metabolic, ecological, phylogenic, and cytological diversity among the major groups of eubacteria and archaeobacteria. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 350. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 452 | Biochemistry I | 4 hours. | Chemistry of proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates and lipids. Same as CHEM 452. Prerequisite(s): Credit or concurrent registration in CHEM 234. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 454 | Biochemistry II | 4 hours. | Continues Biological Sciences 452. Carbohydrate and lipid metabolism, electron transport. Metabolism of amino acids, nucleic acids, proteins. Biosynthesis of macromolecules and regulation of macromolecular synthesis. Same as CHEM 454. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 452 or CHEM 452. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 457 | General Virology | 4 hours. | Nature of viruses, their morphology, chemical composition, assay, host-parasite interactions, and life cycles. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 220; and either BIOS 222 or BIOS 350. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 458 | Biotechnology and Drug Discovery | 3 OR 4 hours. | Molecular and gene therapy, using small molecules including antisense, aptamers, and proteins. Structure-based drug design. Structural bioinformatics and drug discovery program. High-throughput screening. Combinatorial chemistry technology. Same as CHEM 458. 3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 352 or CHEM 352; or Credit or concurrent registration in BIOS 452 or Credit or concurrent registration in CHEM 452; or consent of the instructor. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 466 | Principles of Paleontology | 3 hours. | Theory and methods of evolutionary paleobiology; includes paleoecology, functional morphology, and major features of organic evolution. Same as EAES 466. Prerequisite(s): EAES 360 or consent of the instructor. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 473 | Soils and the Environment | 4 hours. | Soil science, emphasizing local soils and parent materials, soil classification and mapping, soil physics, soil gases and greenhouse gas emissions, soil chemistry and biogeochemistry, soil-plant interactions, and soil invertebrates. Course information: Same as EAES 473. Field work required. Recommended background: Introductory courses in Chemistry and Biology are recommended. Coursework in EAES (such as EAES 101 and/or 111) is preferred. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 475 | Neural Engineering I: Introduction to Hybrid Neural Systems | 3 OR 4 hours. | Modeling and design of functional neural interfaces for in vivo and in vitro applications, electrodes and molecular coatings, neural prostheses and biopotential control of robotics. Same as BIOE 475. 3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite(s): BIOE 472; or consent of the instructor. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 483 | Neuroanatomy | 4 hours. | Organization of the nervous system, with an emphasis on mammals. Same as PSCH 483 and NEUS 483. Animals used in instruction. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 272 or BIOS 286 or BIOS 325 or PSCH 262; or consent of the instructor. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 484 | Neuroscience I | 3 hours. | Neuroscience as an integrative discipline. Neuroanatomy of vertebrates, neural development, cellular neurobiology, action potential mechanisms, synaptic transmission and neuropharmacology. Same as PHIL 484 and PSCH 484. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 286 or PSCH 262. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 485 | Neuroscience II | 3 hours. | Integrative neuroscience; continuation of BIOS/PSCH/PHIL 484. Sensory and motor systems; learning, memory, and language. Pathology of nervous systems. Philosophical perspectives, and modeling. Same as PHIL 485 and PSCH 485. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 484. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 486 | Animal Behavior and Neuroethology | 4 hours. | Neural and behavioral mechanisms of environmental information processing and interaction throughout the animal kingdom; emphasis on invertebrate and lower vertebrates. Laboratory emphasizing individual research projects with a final report, and occasional field trips required. Animals used in instruction. Prerequisite(s): One advanced course in zoology and animal physiology. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 488 | Developmental Neurogenetics | 3 hours. | Classical and molecular genetic approaches to the study of the development of the nervous system, concentrating on studies in fruit flies, nematodes and vertebrates. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 220 and either BIOS 225 or BIOS 420. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 489 | Cellular Neurobiology Laboratory | 3 hours. | Recording from and analyzing the activity of nerve cells, neuronal networks, and other electrically excitable tissues. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 286 or the equivalent. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 490 | Topics in Ecology and Evolution | 3 TO 4 hours. | In-depth analysis of advanced topics in ecology and evolution, involving reading primary literature, term paper, student presentations and critical discussion. Credit varies according to topic offered. May be repeated. Students may register in more than one section per term. Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing or consent of the instructor. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 518 | Geobiology | 4 hours. | Interactions between microorganisms and minerals, preservation of organisms and biofilms, influence of microorganisms in biogeochemical cycles, microorganisms on early Earth, life in extreme environments, the ?dark? biosphere, and astrobiology. Same as EAES 518. Recommended background: Basic knowledge of biology, chemistry, and earth sciences at the level of introductory college courses in each subject. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 520 | Topics in Genetics | 2 hours. | Discussion of selected topics of current interest in genetics. May be repeated. Students may register in more than one section per term. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 220 and BIOS 221 and consent of the instructor. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 522 | Molecular Biology Methods | 3 hours. | Current research in molecular biology. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor. Corequisites: Requires concurrent registration in BIOS 524. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 523 | Biology of MicroRNAs and other Small RNAs | 2 hours. | History, overview and biology of small RNA pathways, including microRNAs, siRNAs, RNA interference, roles in various biological processes, implication in disease pathophysiology, and potential therapies. Same as ANAT 523. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 524 | Molecular Biology Principles | 3 hours. | Structures of DNA, RNA and protein; DNA replication, transcription of RNA, protein synthesis; chromatin; regulation of gene expression; principles of recombinant DNA. Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor. Corequisites: Requires concurrent registration in BIOS 522. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 525 | Principles and Methods in Cell Biology | 3 hours. | Principles and Methods in Cell Biology and function in lambda, prokaryotes and eukaryotes; promoters, enhancers, RNA splicing, developmental regulation; protein secretion and targeting. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 522 and BIOS 524 and consent of the instructor. Corequisites: Requires concurrent registration in BIOS 528. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 526 | Molecular and Genetic Analysis of Development | 3 hours. | Examines developmental mechanisms used in animal model systems. Same as BCMG 526. Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing or consent of the instructor. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 527 | Cellular and Systems Neurobiology | 3 hours. | Molecular and cellular properties of ion channels in neurons and sensory cells and their relationship to brain and sensory systems. Same as ANAT 527 and NEUS 527. Prerequisite(s): Credit in one neuroscience course or consent of the instructor. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 528 | Current Literature in Cell Biology | 3 hours. | Topics in cell biology. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 522 and BIOS 524; and graduate standing; and consent of the instructor. Corequisites: Requires concurrent registration in BIOS 525. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 530 | Population Ecology | 3 hours. | Life histories, population processes and interactions, and theories of distribution and abundance. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 220 and BIOS 221 and BIOS 330 and BIOS 331 and consent of the instructor. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 531 | Introduction to Ecology and Evolution I | 3 hours. | Concepts, techniques, and skills needed for research in ecology and evolution. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 532 | Introduction to Ecology and Evolution II | 3 hours. | Evolutionary and physiological research. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 534 | Ecology of Biodiversity | 3 hours. | Causes and consequences of different levels of species diversity across a broad spectrum of systems. Core approaches and concepts of community ecology. Application of theory and empirical findings to conserving, managing and restoring biodiversity. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor. Recommended Background: Undergraduate courses in basic ecology, calculus, and introductory statistics; at least one graduate course from the following: BIOS 530, BIOS 535, CME 521, UPP 554, or similar courses at UIC or other institutions. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 535 | Ecosystems | 3 hours. | Flow of energy and nutrients in aquatic and terrestrial environments. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 330. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 539 | Seminar in Ecology and Evolution | 0 TO 1 hours. | Graduate student and faculty seminars on selected topics in ecology and evolution. Credit is given only upon completion of a seminar presentation. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only. May be repeated. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 540 | Interdisciplinary Approaches to the Study of Integrated Human and Natural Landscapes | 3 hours. | Examination of ecological, biogeochemical and evolutionary principles; techniques and philosophies of ecological remediation, restoration and conservation; environmental regulation and policy; sustainability in theory and practice. Same as EAES 540 and CME 540. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 546 | Research Methods for Landscape Ecological and Anthropogenic Processes | 4 hours. | Students will develop the skills to choose and utilize relevant methods and tools used in the study and management of altered natural landscapes to achieve research and management objectives through hands-on interdisciplinary laboratory modules. Same as CME 546 and EAES 546. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 547 | Field Experiences in Landscape Ecological and Anthropogenic Processes | 4 hours. | Evaluation of the issues and needs of various landscape restorations and related urban-impacted sites in the Chicago metropolitan area based upon selected readings, site visits and presentations and discussions with the site manager/coordinators. Same as CME 547 and EAES 547. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 548 | Capstone Project in Landscape, Ecological and Anthropogenic Processes | 4 hours. | Interdisciplinary capstone project course that explores a "real-world" environmental issue selected by the students and approved by the faculty. Students will conduct research and analysis collaboratively and develop solutions and recommendations. Same as CME 548 and EAES 548. Prerequisite(s): Grade of B or better in BIOS 540 or Grade of B or better in CME 540 or Grade of B or better in EAES 540 or Grade of B or better in UPP 555; and Grade of B or better in BIOS 546 or Grade of B or better in CME 546 or Grade of B or better in EAES 546 or Grade of B or better in UPP 555; and Grade of B or better in BIOS 547 or Grade of B or better in CME 547 or Grade of B or better in EAES 547 or Grade of B or better in UPP 555. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 552 | Chemical Biology | 4 hours. | Major trends and recent developments in research at the interface of chemistry and biology. Same as CHEM 552. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 559 | Special Topics in Biochemistry | 3 TO 4 hours. | Selected topics of current interest in biochemistry. Same as CHEM 559. May be repeated. Students may register in more than one section per term. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 454 or BIOS 454 or consent of the instructor. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 560 | Topics in Paleontology | 3 TO 4 hours. | In-depth analysis of current problems and issues in paleontology, involving reading primary literature, student presentations, and critical discussions. Same as EAES 560. May be repeated if topics vary. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 582 | Methods in Modern Neuroscience | 2 hours. | Underlying principles and applications of techniques used to analyze nervous system organization and function. Behavioral, electrophysiological, anatomical, and biochemical approaches are considered. Same as NEUS 582. Animals used in instruction. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 584 | Foundations of Neuroscience I | 3 hours. | Provides a core understanding of modern neuroscience. Focuses on topics in cell and molecular neuroscience. Taught by faculty from multiple units. Same as NEUS 501. Recommended background: Credit or concurrent registration in GCLS 503. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 585 | Foundations of Neuroscience II | 3 hours. | A core understanding of modern neuroscience. Focus is on topics in systems, cognitive and behavioral neuroscience. Will be taught by faculty from multiple units. Continuation of NEUS 501. Same as NEUS 502. Prerequisite(s): NEUS 501 or BIOS 584. Recommended background: Credit or concurrent registration in NEUS 403. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 586 | Cell and Molecular Neurobiology | 3 hours. | Structure and function of voltage-dependent and neurotransmitter-gated ion channels; the role of these ion channels in synaptic transmission, synaptic modification, and neuromodulation. Same as ANAT 586. Prerequisite(s): BIOS 442 or consent of the instructor. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 587 | Topics in Neurobiology | 1 TO 2 hours. | In-depth analysis of advanced topics in neurobiology, involving reading primary literature, student presentations, and critical discussion. Credit varies according to the topic offered. May be repeated. Students may register in more than one section per term. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 592 | Research Seminar | 1 TO 2 hours. | Presentation of student research with an emphasis on problem-solving and theoretical implications. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only. May be repeated. Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 593 | Introduction to Laboratory Research | 2 TO 6 hours. | A hands-on, in-depth introduction to selected research topics and laboratory techniques designed for the beginning graduate student. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only. May be repeated. Students may register in more than one section per term. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 594 | Special Topics in Biological Sciences | 1 TO 2 hours. | Selected aspects in biological sciences. Credit varies according to the seminar offered. May be repeated. Students may register in more than one section per term. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 595 | Departmental Seminar | 0 hours. | Weekly seminar by staff and invited speakers. Required of graduate students every semester. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only. May be repeated. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 597 | Project Research | 2 TO 8 hours. | Guided research projects on selected topics in specific fields of advanced modern biology. Not to be used for thesis research. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only. May be repeated. Students may register in more than one section per term. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 598 | Master's Thesis Research | 0 TO 16 hours. | Independent research in specialized projects under the direction of a faculty member with appropriate graduate standing, leading to completion of master's thesis. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only. May be repeated. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor. |
| Biological Sciences | BIOS | 599 | Doctoral Thesis Research | 0 TO 16 hours. | Independent research on specialized topics under the direction of a faculty member with appropriate graduate standing, leading to completion of Ph.D. thesis. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading only. May be repeated. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor. |