Biology: General Courses (BIOG)Agriculture and Life Sciences
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    BIOG 1044
    
          
        
  
 
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This course reviews material presented in BIOG 1440 and provides problem-solving strategies and additional practice with material. BIOG 1044 support is recommended for students who want to maximize their ... view course details
    
    BIOG 1180
    
          
        
  
 
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Ethical issues invariably arise when conducting research in, and generally thinking about, the life sciences. How should human and animal cells be used and when? What harms, risks and benefits might be ... view course details
    
    BIOG 1200
    
          
        
  
 
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This course is designed to help first-year biological sciences majors make the transition to Cornell's science courses, give exposure to career options in research and medicine, provide opportunities to ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. 
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    BIOG 1250
    
          
        
  
 
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A first-year seminar that provides an opportunity for students to participate in a small group, interactive course with a biologist. Students will develop critical thinking skills by exploring topics in ... view course details
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    Section TopicTopic: Sound, Science & Society 
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- Mar 11 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Rahaman, A - Raji, I 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person BIOG 1250 descriptions can be found by using the following link. https://cals.cornell.edu/biological-sciences/undergraduate-program/biology-seminar 
    
    BIOG 1440
    
          
        
  
 
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An introductory physiology course intended for first-year and sophomore biological sciences majors and other students majoring in life sciences. The course integrates physiology from the cell to the organism ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades) 
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        Meeting Pattern- MW
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Buchon, N - Deitcher, D - Pesciotta, L 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person Biological Sciences majors must take this course for a letter grade. 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Buchon, N - Deitcher, D - Pesciotta, L 
 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Buchon, N - Deitcher, D - Pesciotta, L 
 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Buchon, N - Deitcher, D - Pesciotta, L 
 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Buchon, N - Deitcher, D - Pesciotta, L 
 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Buchon, N - Deitcher, D - Pesciotta, L 
 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Buchon, N - Deitcher, D - Pesciotta, L 
 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Buchon, N - Deitcher, D - Pesciotta, L 
 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Buchon, N - Deitcher, D - Pesciotta, L 
 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Buchon, N - Deitcher, D - Pesciotta, L 
 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Buchon, N - Deitcher, D - Pesciotta, L 
 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Buchon, N - Deitcher, D - Pesciotta, L 
 
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        Meeting Pattern- F
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Buchon, N - Deitcher, D - Pesciotta, L 
 
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        Meeting Pattern- F
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Buchon, N - Deitcher, D - Pesciotta, L 
 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Buchon, N - Deitcher, D - Pesciotta, L 
 
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        Meeting Pattern- F
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Buchon, N - Deitcher, D - Pesciotta, L 
 
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        Meeting Pattern- F
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Buchon, N - Deitcher, D - Pesciotta, L 
 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Buchon, N - Deitcher, D - Pesciotta, L 
 
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    BIOG 1445
    
          
        
  
 
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This course is an introductory comparative anatomy and physiology course designed primarily for first- and second-year life science students. The course focuses on the understanding of how different biological ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only) 
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        Meeting Pattern- T
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Campbell, D 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person Alternate section for those with T 10:10-11:00AM class conflict. Contact biog1445@cornell.edu for consent to enroll. No admittance after first week. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
    
    BIOG 1470
    
          
        
  
 
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This course introduces the process of biological research to biological sciences majors. Students will learn how to design, perform, and report original research with guidance along each step. The research ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis2 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit)) 
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        Meeting Pattern- M
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Campbell, D 
 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Campbell, D 
 
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    BIOG 1500
    
          
        
  
 
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This course is designed to provide lab experience with an emphasis on the processes of scientific investigation and to promote collaboration, communication, and literacy in science. This lab course aims ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory. 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Ruesch, J - Sarvary, M 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person Biological sciences majors are required to take this course for a letter grade. Please contact biolabs@cornell.edu with questions. 
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        Meeting Pattern- T
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Ruesch, J - Sarvary, M 
 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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    BIOG 2000
    
          
        
  
 
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Registration device for students who want to take only a portion of a regular biological sciences course-for example, only the lectures or only the laboratory in a course that includes both. Only students ... view course details
    
    BIOG 2401
    
          
        
  
 
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Students will complete readings and view online media on teaching and learning, create and critique lesson plans, and participate in regular discussions with other SGLs. Each week SGLs will reflect on ... view course details
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis2-3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only) 
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        Meeting Pattern- F
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Hutchins, K - McCaffrey, J - Nicholson, L 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Enrollment limited to: Biology Scholars Program (BSP) students or Collaborative Learning in Undergraduate Biology (CLUB) Study Group Leader. 
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis2-3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only) 
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        Meeting Pattern- F
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Hutchins, K - McCaffrey, J - Nicholson, L 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Enrollment limited to: Biology Scholars Program (BSP) students or Collaborative Learning in Undergraduate Biology (CLUB) Study Group Leader. 
    
    BIOG 2990
    
          
        
  
 
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Intended for students who are new to undergraduate research. Students enrolled in BIOG 2990 may be reading scientific literature, learning research techniques, or assisting with ongoing research. The faculty ... view course details
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory) 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Staff 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all colleges must submit a Biological Sciences Independent Research Enrollment Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/biological-sciences/research-internships/research-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves using a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
    
    BIOG 3995
    
          
        
  
 
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Students in this course will collaborate on current research projects in the laboratories of faculty in various areas of biological sciences. Students will be part of a faculty-led cohort who will pursue ... view course details
    
    BIOG 4970
    
          
        
  
 
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This course is designed for a student to study a problem or topic not covered in a regular course or undertake tutorial study of an independent nature in an area of interest in Biology, under the supervision ... view course details
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-3 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit)) 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Aquadro, C 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
    
    BIOG 4980
    
          
        
  
 
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Designed to give qualified undergraduate students teaching experience through actual involvement in planning and assisting in biology courses. This experience may include supervised participation in a ... view course details
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis3-4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only) 
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        Meeting Pattern- M
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Campbell, D 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Application required. See http://www.biog1445.org/forms/ta.html to apply. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades) 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Pesciotta, L 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades) 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Ruesch, J - Sarvary, M 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
    
    BIOG 4990
    
          
        
  
 
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For students with previous undergraduate experience conducting biological research at Cornell. Students enrolled for this credit should be doing independent work on their own project. Any Cornell faculty ... view course details
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-8 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades) 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Staff 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all colleges must submit a Biological Sciences Independent Research Enrollment Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/biological-sciences/research-internships/research-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves using a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
    
    BIOG 4997
    
          
        
  
 
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This independent study course offers students in the Biological Sciences major an opportunity to reflect on professional and personal growth, challenges, and opportunities resulting from a recent internship ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis0.25 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Gallagher, M - Nicholson, L 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Application required. See https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_02EiQF5WOMUh2jI to apply. Department Consent Required (Add) 
