This course introduces the techniques and methods of basic computer analysis of sequence data, including alignment, databases, and phylogenetic...
Population structure and dynamics. Natural selection and regulation of organisms by environmental and biological factors. An evolutionary view of...
Respiration, circulation, acid-base balance and renal function. Two lectures, one lab/tutorial (three hours); one term Prerequisite(s): BIOLOGY 2A03,...
Regulation associated with major features and functions of organisms (e.g. feeding, reproduction, thermoregulation, growth, stress, sleep, aging)....
Major organ systems (cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, skeletal, muscle, gastrointestinal) form and function compared across taxa (within...
An advanced seminar focusing on current topics in physiology. One seminar (two hours); two terms Prerequisite(s): Registration in Honours Biology...
Examination of current topics in ecology including ecosystem and landscape ecology, evolutionary ecology and behavioural ecology. Two lectures, one...
Examination of how biological principles, mainly from population biology and genetics can be applied to conserving diversity in the natural world....
Analysis of plant cell metabolism and the regulation of metabolism at the biochemical and molecular genetic level. Three lectures; one term ...
A thesis based upon a research project in an area of biology carried out under the direction of a member of the Biology department. Arrangements to...
Conceptual foundations of evolutionary theory and principles of population genetics. Three lectures; or two lectures, one tutorial; one term ...
The nature of genetic diversity in humans; the nature versus nurture debate in relation to genetic determinism and biological basis of behaviour....
Students undertake an experimental or library project in a specialized area of biology under the direction of a member of the Biology department....
A second field module chosen from those offered by faculty from McMaster and other Ontario Universities' Biology Departments. Module must differ from...
Field work modules, corresponding with BIOLOGY 4J03 or 4JJ3, chosen from those offered by faculty from McMaster and other Ontario Universities'...
A third field module chosen from those offered by faculty from McMaster and other Ontario Universities' Biology Departments. Module must differ from...
Study of interaction of microorganisms with their environment with emphasis on topics of ecological significance including plant-microbe interactions,...
Selected topics in neurobiology at the molecular and cellular level including growth factors and neuronal development, ion channels, neurotransmitter...
The influence of environmental factors on the physiology of animals and the adaptation of animals to diverse environments in the context of...
Understanding key ecological processes to manage coastal waters sustainably. Topics include use of physical and biotic indicators to assess impacts of...