Biomedical Sciences

BIMS 1101 Introduction to Biomedical Sciences (1 semester credit hour) The course discusses through lectures and case studies the goals, concepts, and challenges encountered in Biomedical Sciences. (1-0) S

BIMS 3306 Parasitology (3 semester credit hours) Fundamentals of the diversity of existing parasites and their life cycles, host-parasite relationships, parasite evasion, host pathology and defense mechanisms, as well as vaccine development. Prerequisites: (BIOL 2311 or equivalent) and (BIOL 2312 or equivalent) and (BIOL 2281 or equivalent). (Same as BIOL 3306) (3-0) R

BIMS 3314 Discrete Biomedical Systems (3 semester credit hours) Networks and graphs, discrete recursive processes, the discretization of continuous models, Boolean logic, basic stochastic processes, including probabilistic models, random walks, probability trees, and Markov models, agent-based models, as well as the basics of parameter estimation and optimization; all theoretical concepts are illustrated in hands-on computer sessions with biomedical applications. Prerequisites: (BIOL 2281 or equivalent) and (BIOL 2311 or equivalent) and (BIOL 2312 or equivalent) and (MATH 2417 or equivalent). (Same as BIOL 3314) (3-0) F

BIMS 3335 Informatics and Programming (3 semester credit hours) Topics include an introduction to computer programming using Python and R and their application to data processing, visualization, and simulation, as well as simple analyses of data. May not be used to satisfy degree requirements for Data Science, Engineering, or Computer Science majors. Prerequisites: (MATH 1325 or MATH 2413) and (STAT 1342 or STAT 2332 or STAT 3332). (Same as MATH 3335 and STAT 3335) (3-0) Y

BIMS 3336 Bioinformatics (3 semester credit hours) This course introduces mathematical and computational methods for analyzing and interpreting molecular biology data. The focus will be on biological sequence (DNA, RNA, and protein) analysis and its applications. Topics include working with biological databases, sequence alignment and analysis, molecular phylogeny and evolution, protein structure, and prediction. Prerequisites: (MATH 2414 or MATH 2419) and (STAT 2332 or STAT 3332). (Same as MATH 3336 and STAT 3336 and BIOL 3337) (3-0) Y

BIMS 3337 Elements of Biostatistics and Epidemiology (3 semester credit hours) Topics include linear regression, analysis of categorical data, analysis of variance, power and sample size calculations, survival analysis, and implementation of methods using software tool R. Prerequisites: (MATH 2414 or MATH 2419) and either STAT 3355 or ((STAT 2332 or STAT 3332) and (MATH 3335 or STAT 3335)). (Same as STAT 3337) (3-0) Y

BIMS 3372 Comparative Physiology (3 semester credit hours) Explores the diverse array of living systems in the animal kingdom, highlighting both their similarities and differences; reinforces essential biological principles by recognizing recurring patterns, while revealing innovative survival strategies by examining differences; employs a comparative approach to illuminate complex topics of sex and gender, providing scientific objectivity and clarity for developing effective solutions; examines extraordinary functionalities in the animal kingdom that have historically inspired advancements in technology and medicine. Prerequisite: BIOL 2312. (Same as BIOL 3372) (3-0) R

BIMS 3398 Biological Barriers (3 semester credit hours) Examines the various physical and cellular biological barriers with special emphasis on human and biologically relevant model systems, to study their function in health and dysfunction in disease. Prerequisites: BIOL 2311 and BIOL 2312. (Same as BIOL 3398) (3-0) R

BIMS 3413 Systems Biology (4 semester credit hours) Experimental and computational approaches, with emphasis on typical computational systems modeling; Topics include: design of interaction diagrams; identification of variables; parameters and processes; design of systems models in the format of ordinary differential equations; the concepts of approximation, steady states, stability, sensitivity, and robustness; computational generation and evaluation of transients; and the simulation of representative biomedical scenarios. All concepts are explored with computational hands-on exercises and executed with a user-friendly software program. Prerequisites: (BIOL 2281 or CHEM 2401 equivalent) and (BIOL 2311 or equivalent) and (BIOL 2312 or equivalent) and (MATH 2417 or equivalent). (Same as BIOL 3413) (4-0) F

BIMS 3V96 Undergraduate Research in Biomedical Sciences (1-3 semester credit hours) Subject and scope to be determined on an individual basis. May be repeated for credit as topics vary. Instructor consent required. Additional prerequisites may be required. ([1-3]-0) R

BIMS 4156 Course-based Undergraduate Research Experience in Molecular Neuropathology (1 semester credit hour) Designed to complement topics covered in BIOL 4356; training in techniques and how basic neuroscience research is conducted; formulation of hypotheses related to the pathology of one or more neurodegenerative diseases, experimentation, and data analysis. Projects will be focused but comprehensive, starting with genotyping of mouse models of diseases and molecular and pathological investigations on brain samples and culminating with a research report. Lab fee of $30 required. Prerequisite or Corequisite: BIOL 4356. (Same as BIOL 4156) (0-3) F

BIMS 4338 Biostatistics and Machine Learning Lab (3 semester credit hours) This course is intended to provide hands-on experience in biomedical data analysis. Topics include introduction to common machine learning methods for classification and regression, and their implementation in the R or Python programming language. The course has a research project requirement. The deliverables will include a final project report. Prerequisite: STAT 3337 or BIMS 3337. (Same as STAT 4338) (3-0) Y

BIMS 4380 Advanced Research in Biomedical Sciences (3 semester credit hours) This course aims to show students how to carry out original research and to teach them some practical approaches and techniques used in a research laboratory. Advanced research approaches and techniques will be used to investigate fundamental molecular and cellular processes in eukaryotic cells and organisms. Practical skills that will be taught and applied. Lab fee of $30 required. (1-4) R

BIMS 4V81 Clinical Research Lab (1-3 semester credit hours) Subject and scope to be determined on an individual basis. May be repeated for credit as topics vary (6 credit hours maximum). Additional prerequisites may be required. Instructor consent required. Prerequisite: STAT 3332. (Same as BIOL 4V81) ([1-3]-0) R

BIMS 4V96 Epidemiological Research Lab (1-6 semester credit hours) May be repeated for credit as topics vary 6 semester credit hours maximum). Prerequisites: BIMS 3337 or STAT 3337 and instructor consent required. ([1-6]-0) R