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BIO 432. Light Microscopy (2, 4)


4.00
Crosslisted: BIO 532

This course covers the principles behind light microscopy, from the properties of light to the latest technologies in microscopy. Students will get hands-on experience with the different kinds of microscopes, including the confocal microscope. The course also covers fluorescent probes, advanced fluorescence techniques, digital imaging, methods of quantification and figure preparation for publication, with an emphasis on biological applications. Prerequisite: BIO 222, BIO 224 or BIO 240.