Principles of Biology I: Cell Biology and Molecular Basis of Heredity
MB&B 181
Fall 2025
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| Crosslisting:
BIOL 181 |
| Course Cluster and Certificates: Health Studies |
This course presents an exploration of the contemporary view of the cell and an introduction to the molecules and mechanisms of gene function. The course will have two major themes. First, we will focus on the central dogma of molecular biology, describing the process of information transfer from the genetic code in DNA through protein synthesis and function. Topics include DNA replication, chromosome dynamics, transcription, translation, and gene regulation. Second, we will focus on cell theory and the underlying molecular mechanisms of cellular activity, including transport across cell membranes, cellular energetics, protein sorting, cell motility, and cell cycling. Lectures will stress the experimental basis of conclusions presented and highlight important details and major themes. The course will also emphasize problem solving approaches in cell and molecular biology. This course will require about 10 hours per week of engagement. Students should enroll separately in MB&B/BIOL191 Principles of Biology 1 - Laboratory. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
NSM MB&B |
| Course Format: Lecture | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (Biology)(Chemistry)(Earth and Environmental Sciences)(Informatics and Modeling Minor)(Molecular Biology and Biochemistry)(Neuroscience and Behavior)(Science and Technology Studies) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: 50% - 74% |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Bruce Alberts, Karen Hopkin, Alexander Johnson, David Morgan, Keith Roberts, Peter Walter, Rebecca Heald, ESSENTIAL CELL BIOLOGY, 6th ed. (ISBN-13: ¿978-1324033356)
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Examinations and Assignments:
Combination of problem sets, homework assignments, quizzes, and exams.
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Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Section 01 of MB&B/BIOL181 will be taught by one of the following instructors - Cori Anderson, Michelle Murolo, Maria Sbaraglini and a new visiting assistant professor. The specific instructor for Section 01 will be made available at the beginning of the ADD/DROP period in August 2025. Prof. Anderson will coordinate enrollments for Section 01. Students should enroll separately in MB&B/BIOL191 Principles of Biology 1 - Laboratory.
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| Instructor(s): STAFFAnderson,Cori Murolo,Michelle Aaron Sbaraglini,Maria L Times: .M.W.F. 08:50AM-09:40AM; Location: TBA |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 19 | | SR major: 0 | JR major: 0 | | |
| Seats Available: 4 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 0 | JR non-major: 2 | SO: 2 | FR: 15 |
| Drop/Add Enrollment Requests | | | | | |
| Total Submitted Requests: 0 | 1st Ranked: 0 | 2nd Ranked: 0 | 3rd Ranked: 0 | 4th Ranked: 0 | Unranked: 0 |
| SECTION 02 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Bruce Alberts, Karen Hopkin, Alexander Johnson, David Morgan, Keith Roberts, Peter Walter, Rebecca Heald, ESSENTIAL CELL BIOLOGY, 6th ed. (ISBN-13: ¿978-1324033356)
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Examinations and Assignments:
Combination of problem sets, homework assignments, quizzes, and exams. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Section 02 of MB&B/BIOL181 will be taught by one of the following instructors - Cori Anderson, Michelle Murolo, Maria Sbaraglini and a new visiting assistant professor. The specific instructor for Section 02 will be made available at the beginning of the ADD/DROP period in August 2025. Prof. Anderson will coordinate enrollments for Section 02. Students should enroll separately in MB&B/BIOL191 Principles of Biology 1 - Laboratory. |
| Instructor(s): STAFFAnderson,Cori Murolo,Michelle Aaron Sbaraglini,Maria L Times: .M.W... 08:50AM-09:40AM; .....F. 10:50AM-11:40AM; Location: TBA |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 19 | | SR major: 0 | JR major: 0 | | |
| Seats Available: 4 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 0 | JR non-major: 2 | SO: 2 | FR: 15 |
| Drop/Add Enrollment Requests | | | | | |
| Total Submitted Requests: 0 | 1st Ranked: 0 | 2nd Ranked: 0 | 3rd Ranked: 0 | 4th Ranked: 0 | Unranked: 0 |
| SECTION 03 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Bruce Alberts, Karen Hopkin, Alexander Johnson, David Morgan, Keith Roberts, Peter Walter, Rebecca Heald, ESSENTIAL CELL BIOLOGY, 6th ed. (ISBN-13: ¿978-1324033356)
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Examinations and Assignments:
Combination of problem sets, homework assignments, quizzes, and exams. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Section 03 of MB&B/BIOL181 will be taught by one of the following instructors - Cori Anderson, Michelle Murolo, Maria Sbaraglini and a new visiting assistant professor. The specific instructor for Section 03 will be made available at the beginning of the ADD/DROP period in August 2025. Prof. Anderson will coordinate enrollments for Section 03. Students should enroll separately in MB&B/BIOL191 Principles of Biology 1 - Laboratory. |
| Instructor(s): STAFFAnderson,Cori Murolo,Michelle Aaron Sbaraglini,Maria L Times: .M.W.F. 09:50AM-10:40AM; Location: TBA |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 19 | | SR major: 0 | JR major: 0 | | |
| Seats Available: 4 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 0 | JR non-major: 2 | SO: 2 | FR: 15 |
| Drop/Add Enrollment Requests | | | | | |
| Total Submitted Requests: 0 | 1st Ranked: 0 | 2nd Ranked: 0 | 3rd Ranked: 0 | 4th Ranked: 0 | Unranked: 0 |
| SECTION 04 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Bruce Alberts, Karen Hopkin, Alexander Johnson, David Morgan, Keith Roberts, Peter Walter, Rebecca Heald, ESSENTIAL CELL BIOLOGY, 6th ed. (ISBN-13: ¿978-1324033356)
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Examinations and Assignments:
Combination of problem sets, homework assignments, quizzes, and exams.
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Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Section 04 of MB&B/BIOL181 will be taught by one of the following instructors - Cori Anderson, Michelle Murolo, Maria Sbaraglini and a new visiting assistant professor. The specific instructor for Section 04 will be made available at the beginning of the ADD/DROP period in August 2025. Prof. Anderson will coordinate enrollments for Section 04. Students should enroll separately in MB&B/BIOL191 Principles of Biology 1 - Laboratory. |
| Instructor(s): STAFFAnderson,Cori Murolo,Michelle Aaron Sbaraglini,Maria L Times: .M.W... 09:50AM-10:40AM; .....F. 01:20PM-02:10PM; Location: TBA |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 19 | | SR major: 0 | JR major: 0 | | |
| Seats Available: 4 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 0 | JR non-major: 2 | SO: 2 | FR: 15 |
| Drop/Add Enrollment Requests | | | | | |
| Total Submitted Requests: 0 | 1st Ranked: 0 | 2nd Ranked: 0 | 3rd Ranked: 0 | 4th Ranked: 0 | Unranked: 0 |
| SECTION 05 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Bruce Alberts, Karen Hopkin, Alexander Johnson, David Morgan, Keith Roberts, Peter Walter, Rebecca Heald, ESSENTIAL CELL BIOLOGY, 6th ed. (ISBN-13: ¿978-1324033356)
|
Examinations and Assignments:
Combination of problem sets, homework assignments, quizzes, and exams. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Section 05 of MB&B/BIOL181 will be taught by one of the following instructors - Cori Anderson, Michelle Murolo, Maria Sbaraglini and a new visiting assistant professor. The specific instructor for Section 05 will be made available at the beginning of the ADD/DROP period in August 2025. Prof. Anderson will coordinate enrollments for Section 05. Students should enroll separately in MB&B/BIOL191 Principles of Biology 1 - Laboratory. |
| Instructor(s): STAFFAnderson,Cori Murolo,Michelle Aaron Sbaraglini,Maria L Times: .M.W.F. 09:50AM-10:40AM; Location: TBA |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 19 | | SR major: 0 | JR major: 0 | | |
| Seats Available: 4 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 0 | JR non-major: 2 | SO: 2 | FR: 15 |
| Drop/Add Enrollment Requests | | | | | |
| Total Submitted Requests: 0 | 1st Ranked: 0 | 2nd Ranked: 0 | 3rd Ranked: 0 | 4th Ranked: 0 | Unranked: 0 |
| SECTION 06 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Bruce Alberts, Karen Hopkin, Alexander Johnson, David Morgan, Keith Roberts, Peter Walter, Rebecca Heald, ESSENTIAL CELL BIOLOGY, 6th ed. (ISBN-13: ¿978-1324033356) |
Examinations and Assignments:
Combination of problem sets, homework assignments, quizzes, and exams. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Section 06 of MB&B/BIOL181 will be taught by one of the following instructors - Cori Anderson, Michelle Murolo, Maria Sbaraglini and a new visiting assistant professor. The specific instructor for Section 06 will be made available at the beginning of the ADD/DROP period in August 2025. Prof. Anderson will coordinate enrollments for Section 06. Students should enroll separately in MB&B/BIOL191 Principles of Biology 1 - Laboratory. |
| Instructor(s): STAFFAnderson,Cori Murolo,Michelle Aaron Sbaraglini,Maria L Times: .M.W... 09:50AM-10:40AM; .....F. 08:50AM-09:40AM; Location: TBA |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 19 | | SR major: 0 | JR major: 0 | | |
| Seats Available: 4 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 0 | JR non-major: 2 | SO: 2 | FR: 15 |
| Drop/Add Enrollment Requests | | | | | |
| Total Submitted Requests: 0 | 1st Ranked: 0 | 2nd Ranked: 0 | 3rd Ranked: 0 | 4th Ranked: 0 | Unranked: 0 |
| SECTION 07 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Bruce Alberts, Karen Hopkin, Alexander Johnson, David Morgan, Keith Roberts, Peter Walter, Rebecca Heald, ESSENTIAL CELL BIOLOGY, 6th ed. (ISBN-13: ¿978-1324033356) |
Examinations and Assignments:
Combination of problem sets, homework assignments, quizzes, and exams. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Section 07 of MB&B/BIOL181 will be taught by one of the following instructors - Cori Anderson, Michelle Murolo, Maria Sbaraglini and a new visiting assistant professor. The specific instructor for Section 07 will be made available at the beginning of the ADD/DROP period in August 2025. Prof. Anderson will coordinate enrollments for Section 07. Students should enroll separately in MB&B/BIOL191 Principles of Biology 1 - Laboratory. |
| Instructor(s): STAFFAnderson,Cori Murolo,Michelle Aaron Sbaraglini,Maria L Times: .M.W.F. 10:50AM-11:40AM; Location: TBA |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 19 | | SR major: 0 | JR major: 0 | | |
| Seats Available: 4 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 0 | JR non-major: 2 | SO: 2 | FR: 15 |
| Drop/Add Enrollment Requests | | | | | |
| Total Submitted Requests: 0 | 1st Ranked: 0 | 2nd Ranked: 0 | 3rd Ranked: 0 | 4th Ranked: 0 | Unranked: 0 |
| SECTION 08 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Bruce Alberts, Karen Hopkin, Alexander Johnson, David Morgan, Keith Roberts, Peter Walter, Rebecca Heald, ESSENTIAL CELL BIOLOGY, 6th ed. (ISBN-13: ¿978-1324033356) |
Examinations and Assignments:
Combination of problem sets, homework assignments, quizzes, and exams. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Section 08 of MB&B/BIOL181 will be taught by one of the following instructors - Cori Anderson, Michelle Murolo, Maria Sbaraglini and a new visiting assistant professor. The specific instructor for Section 08 will be made available at the beginning of the ADD/DROP period in August 2025. Prof. Anderson will coordinate enrollments for Section 08. Students should enroll separately in MB&B/BIOL191 Principles of Biology 1 - Laboratory. |
| Instructor(s): STAFFAnderson,Cori Murolo,Michelle Aaron Sbaraglini,Maria L Times: .M.W... 10:50AM-11:40AM; .....F. 01:20PM-02:10PM; Location: TBA |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 19 | | SR major: 0 | JR major: 0 | | |
| Seats Available: 4 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 0 | JR non-major: 2 | SO: 2 | FR: 15 |
| Drop/Add Enrollment Requests | | | | | |
| Total Submitted Requests: 0 | 1st Ranked: 0 | 2nd Ranked: 0 | 3rd Ranked: 0 | 4th Ranked: 0 | Unranked: 0 |
| SECTION 09 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Bruce Alberts, Karen Hopkin, Alexander Johnson, David Morgan, Keith Roberts, Peter Walter, Rebecca Heald, ESSENTIAL CELL BIOLOGY, 6th ed. (ISBN-13: ¿978-1324033356) |
Examinations and Assignments:
Combination of problem sets, homework assignments, quizzes, and exams. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Section 09 of MB&B/BIOL181 will be taught by one of the following instructors - Cori Anderson, Michelle Murolo, Maria Sbaraglini and a new visiting assistant professor. The specific instructor for Section 09 will be made available at the beginning of the ADD/DROP period in August 2025. Prof. Anderson will coordinate enrollments for Section 09. Students should enroll separately in MB&B/BIOL191 Principles of Biology 1 - Laboratory. |
| Instructor(s): STAFFAnderson,Cori Murolo,Michelle Aaron Sbaraglini,Maria L Times: ..T.R.. 09:20AM-10:10AM; .....F. 08:50AM-09:40AM; Location: TBA |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 19 | | SR major: 0 | JR major: 0 | | |
| Seats Available: 4 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 0 | JR non-major: 2 | SO: 2 | FR: 15 |
| Drop/Add Enrollment Requests | | | | | |
| Total Submitted Requests: 0 | 1st Ranked: 0 | 2nd Ranked: 0 | 3rd Ranked: 0 | 4th Ranked: 0 | Unranked: 0 |
| SECTION 10 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Bruce Alberts, Karen Hopkin, Alexander Johnson, David Morgan, Keith Roberts, Peter Walter, Rebecca Heald, ESSENTIAL CELL BIOLOGY, 6th ed. (ISBN-13: ¿978-1324033356) |
Examinations and Assignments:
Combination of problem sets, homework assignments, quizzes, and exams. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Section 10 of MB&B/BIOL181 will be taught by one of the following instructors - Cori Anderson, Michelle Murolo, Maria Sbaraglini and a new visiting assistant professor. The specific instructor for Section 10 will be made available at the beginning of the ADD/DROP period in August 2025. Prof. Anderson will coordinate enrollments for Section 10. Students should enroll separately in MB&B/BIOL191 Principles of Biology 1 - Laboratory. |
| Instructor(s): STAFFAnderson,Cori Murolo,Michelle Aaron Sbaraglini,Maria L Times: ..T.R.. 09:20AM-10:10AM; .....F. 09:50AM-10:40AM; Location: TBA |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 19 | | SR major: 0 | JR major: 0 | | |
| Seats Available: 4 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 0 | JR non-major: 2 | SO: 2 | FR: 15 |
| Drop/Add Enrollment Requests | | | | | |
| Total Submitted Requests: 0 | 1st Ranked: 0 | 2nd Ranked: 0 | 3rd Ranked: 0 | 4th Ranked: 0 | Unranked: 0 |
| SECTION 11 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Bruce Alberts, Karen Hopkin, Alexander Johnson, David Morgan, Keith Roberts, Peter Walter, Rebecca Heald, ESSENTIAL CELL BIOLOGY, 6th ed. (ISBN-13: ¿978-1324033356) |
Examinations and Assignments:
Combination of problem sets, homework assignments, quizzes, and exams. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Section 11 of MB&B/BIOL181 will be taught by one of the following instructors - Cori Anderson, Michelle Murolo, Maria Sbaraglini and a new visiting assistant professor. The specific instructor for Section 11 will be made available at the beginning of the ADD/DROP period in August 2025. Prof. Anderson will coordinate enrollments for Section 11. Students should enroll separately in MB&B/BIOL191 Principles of Biology 1 - Laboratory. |
| Instructor(s): STAFFAnderson,Cori Murolo,Michelle Aaron Sbaraglini,Maria L Times: ..T.R.. 10:20AM-11:10AM; .....F. 10:50AM-11:40AM; Location: TBA |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 19 | | SR major: 0 | JR major: 0 | | |
| Seats Available: 4 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 0 | JR non-major: 2 | SO: 2 | FR: 15 |
| Drop/Add Enrollment Requests | | | | | |
| Total Submitted Requests: 0 | 1st Ranked: 0 | 2nd Ranked: 0 | 3rd Ranked: 0 | 4th Ranked: 0 | Unranked: 0 |
| SECTION 12 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Bruce Alberts, Karen Hopkin, Alexander Johnson, David Morgan, Keith Roberts, Peter Walter, Rebecca Heald, ESSENTIAL CELL BIOLOGY, 6th ed. (ISBN-13: ¿978-1324033356) |
Examinations and Assignments:
Combination of problem sets, homework assignments, quizzes, and exams. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Section 12 of MB&B/BIOL181 will be taught by one of the following instructors - Cori Anderson, Michelle Murolo, Maria Sbaraglini and a new visiting assistant professor. The specific instructor for Section 12 will be made available at the beginning of the ADD/DROP period in August 2025. Prof. Anderson will coordinate enrollments for Section 12. Students should enroll separately in MB&B/BIOL191 Principles of Biology 1 - Laboratory. |
| Instructor(s): STAFFAnderson,Cori Murolo,Michelle Aaron Sbaraglini,Maria L Times: ..T.R.. 10:20AM-11:10AM; .....F. 01:20PM-02:10PM; Location: TBA |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 19 | | SR major: 0 | JR major: 0 | | |
| Seats Available: 4 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 0 | JR non-major: 2 | SO: 2 | FR: 15 |
| Drop/Add Enrollment Requests | | | | | |
| Total Submitted Requests: 0 | 1st Ranked: 0 | 2nd Ranked: 0 | 3rd Ranked: 0 | 4th Ranked: 0 | Unranked: 0 |
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