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BIOSCI 333
: Marine Ecology and Conservation2023 Semester Two (1235)
Patterns and processes in marine ecology and biodiversity are described; including predator-prey interactions, benthic and pelagic habitats, productivity and physiology. Applied aspects include movement ecology, dispersal related to resource availability, disturbance and impacts of resource use e.g. fisheries. Emerging technologies to understand resilience within ecosystems and dispersal will be included.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 206 or MARINE 202, and 15 points from BIOSCI 220, STATS 101, 108
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BIOSCI 334
: Biology of Marine Organisms2023 Semester One (1233)
Not only is the earth predominantly oceanic, but higher marine biodiversity occurs on the shallower continental shelf/coastal areas. Students will learn the key groups of marine organisms within New Zealand’s waters. Attention will be given to understanding their diversity, distribution and adaptations to thrive within the dynamic marine environment.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 108, 109 and 15 points from BIOSCI 206, 207, 208
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BIOSCI 335
: Ecological Physiology2023 Semester Two (1235)
Focuses on the strategies used by animals to cope with physical and biological challenges in the environment. Accordingly, we work at the level of the individual and the interface between physiological, biochemical or molecular approaches on the one hand, and ecology on the other. The adaptive strategies employed by a range of species, with an emphasis on aquatic organisms, in response to physical factors such as temperature, oxygen and food availability, are considered. Energetics and nutrition are emphasised. The course aims to meet the needs of students with ecological interests wishing to recognise the experimental approach to solving problems in environmental biology. The practical work is project oriented rather than laboratory based.
Prerequisite: 15 points from BIOSCI 207, 208
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BIOSCI 337
: Animal Behaviour2023 Semester Two (1235)
Proximate and ultimate causes of behaviour are investigated experimentally in the field and the laboratory. Responses by animals to variations in the physical environment and to other organisms are studied. The development and organisation of behaviour and the theoretical background to topics of current interest are covered, using both New Zealand and overseas examples. A knowledge of BIOSCI 206 is recommended.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 209 or 220, and 207 or 208
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BIOSCI 338
: Biology of Terrestrial Animals2023 Semester One (1233)
The animals of Aotearoa and Tāmaki Makaurau are iconic. We explore the biology, diversity and whakapapa of our native invertebrate and vertebrate animals. Along with a detailed coverage of biology, we focus on practical techniques for sampling and identifying species. This course involves both fieldwork (with the option to conduct this either on campus, or on an overnight fieldtrip) and labwork and training in using biodiversity data for hypothesis testing and scientific communication.
Prerequisite: 15 points from BIOSCI 206-208
Restriction: BIOSCI 320
Restriction: BIOSCI 320
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BIOSCI 347
: Environmental Microbiology and Biotechnology2023 Semester Two (1235)
The ecology and physiology of micro-organisms in natural and engineered environments. Key themes include marine microbiology, the importance of microbial symbioses to life on Earth, and contemporary research methods in microbiology. Processes such as wastewater treatment and the production of bioactives are used to emphasise exploitation of microbial metabolism for environmental biotechnology purposes.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 204 or MEDSCI 202
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BIOSCI 348
: Food and Industrial Microbiology2023 Semester Two (1235)
The use and scientific fundamentals of micro-organisms in the production of foods and food additives, nutriceuticals and probiotics. Molecular and applied aspects of the fermentation processes for beer and wine including aroma generation and analysis. Microbial food spoilage, pathogens involved, food safety and quality control.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 106 and 15 points from BIOSCI 204, MEDSCI 202
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BIOSCI 349
: Biomedical Microbiology2023 Semester One (1233)
The molecular biology of micro-organisms affecting human health. The characteristics of microbial pathogens, the origins of virulence, and the development of infectious disease. Routes of infection, evasion of host immune responses, and host-pathogen interactions. The molecular basis for vaccination and anti-microbial therapy, and the development of resistance to treatment.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 201 and either BIOSCI 204 or MEDSCI 202
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BIOSCI 350
: Protein Structure and Function2023 Semester One (1233)
The relationship of molecular structure to protein function will be emphasised. Techniques for the purification, characterisation, production of native and recombinant proteins and three-dimensional structure determination will be combined with a description of protein structure. Specific groups of proteins will be selected to illustrate structure/function relationships and protein evolution.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 201, 203
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BIOSCI 351
: Molecular Genetics2023 Semester One (1233)
The analysis of genetic material in prokaryotes, viruses, yeast, plants and humans is addressed. The means by which genetic information is transferred and the mechanisms underlying genome diversity will be examined, together with the study of eukaryote genomes at the level of chromosome structure and organisation. The molecular mechanisms underpinning selected inherited human disorders will be discussed as well as the role of model species in understanding normal and perturbed biological pathways.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 201, 202
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BIOSCI 353
: Molecular and Cellular Regulation2023 Semester Two (1235)
The molecular mechanisms which mediate intracellular sorting and targeting of biologically active molecules and the networks of intracellular and extracellular signals which regulate cell function form the focus of this course. The roles of growth factors, oncogenes, plasma membrane receptors, nuclear receptors, ion channels and membrane transporters are emphasised.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 201, 203
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BIOSCI 355
: Genomics and Genome Biology2023 Semester Two (1235)
Biological information is coded in and expressed from genomes. This course explores methods for detecting structural and functional elements of genomes, plus the wider genome biology of eukaryotic and prokaryotic systems. Students will learn how genomic data is generated and analysed, how genomes evolve, and how genomic information is expressed and regulated.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 202
Restriction: BIOINF 301, BIOSCI 354
Restriction: BIOINF 301, BIOSCI 354
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BIOSCI 356
: Developmental Biology and Cancer2023 Semester One (1233)
Molecular, cellular and genetic aspects of normal and abnormal development focusing on a variety of model systems including drosophila, the zebrafish and the mouse. Molecular events underlying the development of body form, the differentiation of specific tissues such as the blood, and abnormalities of development which contribute to diseases of the body such as cancer. Implications of transgenic techniques on development.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 201
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BIOSCI 358
: Nutritional Science2023 Semester Two (1235)
The scientific basis of nutrition focusing on its biochemistry and physiology in health and disease. Nutritional aspects of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins and trace nutrients are covered in an integrated manner. The methodologies which underpin nutritional science and its applications are included. Reference will be made to a broad range of examples, and a number of specific nutritional topics of current interest will also be included.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 203
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BIOSCI 394
: Terrestrial Ecology and Conservation2023 Semester One (1233)
Explores theoretical ecology from populations to ecosystems. Applies ecological theory to conservation management through a cross-disciplinary lens in the context of social and cultural values. Students will test theoretical hypotheses in the field, conduct an ecological site assessment for conservation management and learn to use population viability analysis to assess risks to threatened populations.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 206 and 220, or 104 and 30 points at Stage II in either Biological Sciences or Geography
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BIOSCI 395
: Pacific Biogeography and Biodiversity2023 Semester Two (1235)
Island biogeography and insular biodiversity across the Pacific. A multi-disciplinary approach involving the study of both plant and animal systematics and biogeography.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 109 or GEOG 101
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BIOSCI 399
: Capstone: Biology: The Science of the 21st Century2023 Semester Two (1235)
Major advances in biology have added immensely to the understanding of our world. These advancements will continue, and biological science will influence our future lives and world. Students will enhance their scientific skills by envisioning the innovative future of biology, and its likely cultural, political and economic impacts, globally, and within the context of Aotearoa and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage III in Biological Sciences
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BIOSCI 700
: Phylogenetics2023 Semester One (1233)
Students will learn advanced computational methods for inferring phylogenetic trees and studying macroevolutionary processes, including phylogenetic dating, coalescence, epidemic phylogeography, and estimation of ancestral traits and biogeography. Relevant skills in computation (BEAST, command-line programs, R) and statistics (Bayesian methods, model-based inference) will also be taught.
Restriction: BIOINF 702
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BIOSCI 701
: Practical Approaches in Genomics2023 Semester One (1233)
Genomics provides insights into the diversity, evolution, adaptation and function of organisms. This course focuses on the practical aspects of genomics as it can be applied across taxa and topics such as conservation, health and ecosystem function. A sound understanding of BIOSCI 322, 351 or 355 or equivalent is assumed.
Restriction: BIOINF 701
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BIOSCI 702
: Modelling Biological Processes2023 Semester Two (1235)
Modelling and simulation are increasingly important aspects of the biological sciences. A variety of biological modelling approaches are introduced through a series of practical exercises to build and analyse models of biological processes. Topics include modelling in ecology and systems biology, agent-based modelling of complex biological systems, and molecular dynamics of biological molecules.
Restriction: BIOINF 703
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BIOSCI 704
: Practical Applications of Cell Analysis2023 Semester Two (1235)
Focuses on the practical aspects of analysing cells using leading edge technologies relevant to a wide range of cell biology-based disciplines including immunology, infectious diseases, stem cells, cancer, microbiology. Technologies covered include high dimensional flow cytometry, cell sorting and microscopy/imaging.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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BIOSCI 724
: Marine Ecology2023 Semester One (1233)
The ocean covers 70% of the surface area of Earth, provides 50% of the oxygen and much of the food consumed. This course considers marine ecology at the local, hemispheric and global levels with a focus on habitat and ecosystem connectivity and the impacts of anthropogenic change.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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BIOSCI 725
: Ecological Physiology2023 Semester One (1233)
Physiological and biochemical processes enable animals to occupy diverse habitats. Highly variable and extreme environments provide an opportunity to study the functional attributes of animals, particularly ectotherms, with respect to their metabolic, respiratory, and nutritional adaptations. A sound understanding of BIOSCI 335 or equivalent is assumed.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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BIOSCI 727
: Aquaculture2023 Semester Two (1235)
Current assessment of the national and global status of aquaculture and consideration of future prospects. Examples of aquaculture in New Zealand are examined and a review of general environmental and biological problems and the role of scientific knowledge in aquaculture management. A sound knowledge of BIOSCI 328 or equivalent is assumed.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
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BIOSCI 729
: Evolutionary Biology2023 Semester Two (1235)
A contemporary approach to central issues in evolutionary biology including mechanisms that produce macroevolutionary patterns. Current research using phylogenetic methods for testing evolutionary hypotheses will be discussed, encompassing the role of selection, the origin of mutations, and concepts of heredity. A sound understanding of BIOSCI 322 or equivalent is assumed.
No pre-requisites or restrictions