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Department of Molecular Biology
203 Animal Science/Molecular Biology Building, 6012 Agriculture Building
Phone: (307) 766-3300, 766-2171 Fax: (307) 766-5098
Website: http://www.uwyo.edu/MolecBio/
Professors
DALE D. ISAAK, B.S. Eastern Montana College
1970; M.S. Montana State University 1973; Ph.D. 1976; Professor of Molecular
Biology 1994, 1985.
DONALD L. JARVIS, B.S. Idaho State University 1978; M.S. 1980; Ph.D. Baylor College of Medicine 1986; Professor of Molecular Biology
2000, 1998.
RANDOLPH V. LEWIS, B.S. California Institute of Technology 1972; M.S. University of California-San Diego 1974; Ph.D. 1978; Professor of Molecular Biology 1989, 1980.
KURT W. MILLER, B.S. Pennsylvania State
University 1977; Ph.D. Boston University 1982; Professor of Molecular
Biology 2007, 1992.
NANCY SUE PETERSEN, B.S. Harvey Mudd College
1965; M.A. Brandeis University 1968; Ph.D. University of California-Irvine
1972; Professor of Molecular Biology 1995, 1983.
DON ALLEN ROTH, B.S. University of New
Hampshire 1974; M.S. Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
1975; Ph.D. 1978; Professor of Plant Pathology 1988, 1978.
PETER E. THORSNESS, B.A. Colorado College 1982; Ph.D. University of California-Berkeley
1987; Professor of Molecular Biology 2002, 1991.
JORDANKA ZLATANOVA, M.S. St. Petersburg University 1968; Ph.D. Institute of Molecular Biology, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences 1980;
Dr.Sc. Institute of Genetics, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences 1989;
Professor of Molecular Biology 2004.
Associate Professors
DAVID FAY, B.S. Tufts University 1988; Ph.D. Yale University 1995;
Associate Professor of Molecular Biology 2001.
MARK GOMELSKY, B.S. Moscow Institute of Chemical Technology 1986; M.S. 1988; Ph.D. Institute of Genetics and Selection of Industrial Microorganisms 1991;
Associate Professor of Molecular Biology 2005, 1999.
PAMELA J. LANGER, B.S. Indiana University-Indiana 1973; Ph.D. Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1980; Associate Professor of Molecular Biology 1994, 1987.
MARK M. STAYTON, B.S. University of Missouri
at Kansas City 1975; Ph.D. Iowa State University 1980; Associate Professor
of Molecular Biology 1994, 1988.
ANNE W. SYLVESTER, B.S. University of Washington 1980; M.S. 1982; Ph.D.
1987; Associate Professor of Molecular Biology 2006.
Assistant Professors
DAVID A. LIBERLES, B.S. B.A. Oberlin College 1991; M.S. California Institute of Technology 1995; Ph.D. 1997; Assistant Professor of Molecular Biology 2005.
DANIEL WALL, B.A. Sonoma State University 1988; Ph.D. University of Utah 1994; Assistant Professor of Molecular Biology 2007.
NAOMI WARD, B.Sc. (Hons.) University of Queensland 1993; Ph.D. University of Warwick 1997; Assistant Professor of Molecular Biology and Botany 2007.
CYNTHIA WEINIG, B.A. (Hons.) Brown University 1991; Ph.D. Indiana University; Assistant Professor of
Botany and Molecular Biology 2007.
Modern biology is based on a fundamental understanding of molecular processes. Recent advances in molecular biology have led to an explosion of knowledge about gene expression and the role gene products play in cell function. Undergraduate programs in molecular biology offer learning opportunities at the forefront of modern biology.
The molecular biology degree programs are designed to prepare students for the future by combining a foundation in basic sciences and humanities with a broad selection of courses in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics and microbiology. Advanced undergraduates attend an outside speaker’s program that includes some of the world’s best-known scientists. Modern, well-equipped teaching and research laboratories contribute significantly to the educational experience of a student. All junior- and senior-level undergraduates are encouraged to participate in research projects with individual faculty members. Involvement in an active research program provides the student with an additional dimension of learning beyond what is assimilated in courses. A student learns to plan experiments, solve technical problems and experience scientific advances first hand. An undergraduate research project also promotes close interaction between the undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, staff and faculty.
Many molecular biology majors continue their education beyond the bachelor’s level by going to graduate school or to medical, dental or veterinary school. Some students choose to use their education to gain employment in biotechnology, clinical or basic research laboratories. Other career choices include teaching, medical technology, law and business.
To obtain a B.S. degree in molecular biology, a student, with the aid of a molecular biology adviser, designs a program of study that includes courses from the Molecular Biology Core Requirements and Electives listed below. Additional course lists are provided as an aid in developing an individualized program of study in key Interest Areas such as Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Genetics, Computational Molecular Biology, Microbiology, and Preprofessional studies (for those students planning careers in medically related fields). Courses listed under the Interest Areas are optional and the student and adviser will design a unique curriculum suited to the student’s personal interests. Flexibility in course selection also permits students to fulfill the various requirements of postgraduate and professional schools. Completion of a degree in Molecular Biology provides a student with the tools needed to open the door to exciting futures in science, medicine, and agriculture.
Requirements for Molecular Biology Majors
| Area | Hours |
|---|---|
| Total credits (college requirement) | 128 |
| 3000-level or above (university requirement) | 48 |
| 4000-level or above | 33 |
| Fulfillment of University Studies Program (consult adviser) | |
| Fulfillment molecular biology core requirements and MOLB Plan I or II requirements | listed below |
| MOLB Core Requirements | Hours |
|---|---|
| LIFE 1010 | 4 |
| MICR/MOLB 2021 | 4 |
| LIFE 2022 or 2023 | 4 |
| LIFE 3050 | 3 |
| CHEM 1020 and 1030 | 8 |
| CHEM 2420 and 2440 | 8 |
| MATH 2200* | 4 |
| MOLB 1010 | 1 |
| MOLB 3000 | 3 |
| MOLB 4050 and 4051 or 4052 | 2 |
| MOLB 4170 | 1 |
| MOLB 4180 | 1 |
| MOLB 4250 | 1 |
| MOLB 4600 and 4610 | 6 |
| MOLB electives# | 10 |
| PHYS 1110 and 1120 | 8 |
| STAT 2050 | 4 |
*The alternative math courses (MATH 1400 and 1405 or 1450) may be substituted with adviser approval.
#MOLB electives are: MOLB 4100, 4260, 4300, 4400, 4440, 4450, 4460, 4490, 4495, 4510, 4600, 4850, 4990, 5010, 5520, 5650, and 5660.
Molecular biology elective limitations: the credit hours which may be applied toward the 10-credit MOLB elective requirement are limited as follows: MOLB 5010 and MOLB 5520 (3 credits total), MOLB 4850 (1 credit). Additional hours in MOLB 4050/4051/4052 (beyond the core requirement of 2 credits) may not be applied toward the 10-credit MOLB elective requirement. Additional credits in MOLB 4050, 4051, 4052, 4850, 5010 and 5520 may be applied to general university credits and 4000-level credits.
Molecular Biology Interest Areas
After discussing individual interests with a molecular biology adviser, a student should enroll in additional courses that will enhance preparation for a chosen career objective. Listed below are recommended courses that will further develop a student’s skills and understanding in five Interest Areas. Courses noted with an asterisk can be applied toward the 10-credit hour MOLB elective requirement detailed in the previous section.
| Biochemistry | Hours |
|---|---|
| CHEM 2230 | 4 |
| CHEM 3550 or 4505 and 4506 | 3-6 |
| COSC 1010 or 1100 | 3-4 |
| *MOLB 4460 | 3 |
| *MOLB 5010 | 6 |
| *MOLB 5650 | 3 |
| Cell and Molecular Genetics | Hours |
|---|---|
| LIFE 3600 | 3 |
| *MOLB 4440 | 3 |
| *MOLB 4450 | 3 |
| *MOLB 5010 | 6 |
| *MOLB 4660 | 3 |
| ZOO 4340 | 3 |
| ZOO 4670 | 4 |
| Computational Molecular Biology | Hours |
| COSC 1010 | 4 |
| COSC 1030 | 4 |
| COSC 2030 | 4 |
| IMGT 2400 | 3 |
| IMGT 3400 | 3 |
| *MOLB 5010 | 6 |
| *MOLB 5650 | 3 |
| Microbiology | Hours |
| MICR 2220 | 4 |
| MICR 3000 | 3 |
| *MOLB 4400 | 4 |
| *MOLB 4440 | 3 |
| *MOLB 4460 | 3 |
| *MOLB 4490 | 1 |
| *MOLB 5010 | 6 |
| Preprofessional | Hours |
| LIFE 3600 | 3 |
| PATB 2220 | 4 |
| *MOLB 4100 | 3 |
| *MOLB 4400 | 4 |
| *MOLB 5010 | 3 |
| PATB 4710 | 3 |
| PHCY 4450 | 4 |
| PSYC 1000 | 3 |
| ZOO 2040/2041 | 3-4 |
| ZOO 3115/3120 | 3-4 |
Recommended Course Sequence
The following course sequence is recommended for MOLB majors.
In addition to these courses, electives should be selected each semester to
fulfill university studies requirements and to enhance a student’s educational
background. Please note that since courses in microbiology and biochemistry are
prerequisites for several advanced courses, the student should plan to take
MOLB 2021 and 3000 in the sophomore year and MOLB 4600 and 4610 in the junior year.
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Freshman Year: Fall
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Hours |
| 4 | |
| 4 | |
| 4 | |
| 4 | |
| 1 |
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Freshman Year: Spring
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Hours |
| 4 | |
| 4 | |
| 3 | |
| 4 | |
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Electives
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Sophomore Year: Fall
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Hours |
| 4 | |
| 4 | |
| 4 | |
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Electives
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Sophomore Year: Spring
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Hours |
| 4 | |
| 4 | |
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Electives
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Junior Year: Fall
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Hours |
| 3 | |
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Electives
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Junior year: Spring
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Hours |
| 3 | |
| 1 | |
| 1 | |
| 1 | |
| 1 | |
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MOLB Electives
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1 |
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Other Electives |
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Junior Year: Summer (optional)
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Hours |
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MOLB 5010
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3 |
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MOLB 4052
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1 |
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Senior Year: Fall
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Hours |
| 1 | |
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MOLB 5010
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3 |
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MOLB Electives
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Other Electives |
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Senior Year: Spring
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Hours |
| 1 | |
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MOLB 5010
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3 |
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MOLB Electives
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Other Electives |
Molecular biology also has a graduate program leading to the Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. Please see the Graduate Bulletin, or write or visit the graduate program chairperson for additional information.
Basic Requirements for Undergraduate Minor in Molecular Biology
Students wishing to minor in molecular biology should discuss their plans with an adviser in the Department of Molecular Biology. Formal declaration of molecular biology as a minor requires 1) submission of a form that must be approved by the Department of Molecular Biology and the College of Agriculture Dean’s Office, 2) appointment of a minor adviser from the Department of Molecular Biology.
To receive a minor in molecular biology, a student must complete courses listed in the following areas:
| 1. Science Foundation course requirements | Hours |
|---|---|
| LIFE 1010 | 4 |
| LIFE 2022 or 2023 | 4 |
| CHEM 1020 and 1030 | 8 |
| CHEM 2420 and 2440 or 2300 | 4-8 |
| MATH 1400 and 1405 or 1450 | 5-6 |
| 2. MOLB course requirements | Hours |
|---|---|
| MICR/MOLB 2021 | 4 |
| MOLB 3000 | 3 |
| Lab courses from MOLB 4170, 4180, 4250, or 5010 | 3 |
| MOLB 3610 and 8 additional MOLB credits or MOLB 4600 and 4610 and 6 additional MOLB credits (excluding MOLB 4050, 4051, 4052, 4850, 5010 and 5520) | 12 |
Note: A maximum of 8 out of the 22 credits applied to the MOLB course requirements can simultaneously be applied in fulfillment of the requirements for the student's major.
Molecular Biology (MOLB) Courses
Please send comments or questions to registrar@uwyo.edu
Last Change: 03/10/08