Prof. Bob Morris
Department of Biology
Wheaton College, Norton MA
neurons and fibroblasts with
fluorescent microtubules (green) and
fluorescent actin filaments (red).
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Prof. Bob Morris Department of Biology Wheaton College, Norton MA |
neurons and fibroblasts with fluorescent microtubules (green) and fluorescent actin filaments (red). |
| Cells are spectacularly complex and exquisitely efficient living machines. Some cells are autonomous and some cells are specialized pieces of larger organisms, but each cell utilizes energy to expertly maintain itself as a distinct vital unit. In Cell Biology, we will investigate the organization and functions of eukaryotic cells. Cell motility and the cytoskeleton will serve as a theme to address different molecular strategies for living as a protist, a plant, or an animal. Readings of the primary literature will illuminate why we believe what we believe today about cells and cell behavior. Topics to cover include cell architecture, cell division, cell motility, and intracellular transport. The lab will emphasize digital imaging as an approach to studying the cell structure and behavior and will include an independent research project. |
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