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Textbooks, references and open learning resources.
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Astrobiology
Debra Fischer, Allyson Sheffield, Joshua Tan, and Lily Ling Zhao · LibreTexts
In the contents: 3.02: From Biochemistry to Biology
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Microbiology with NEC
Marisa Cases · New England College
In the contents: 01: Depth and Breadth of Microbiology · 04: The Eukaryotes of Microbiology · 5.01: Using Microbiology to Discover the Secrets of Life
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Unfolding the Mystery of Life - Biology Lab Manual for Non-Science Majors
Ellen Genovesi, Laura Blinderman, & Patrick Natale · Mercer County Community College
In the contents: 04: Cell Membrane Biology · 14: Microbiology Food Microbiology and Disease Transmission · 14.04: Food Microbiology
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Environmental Biology
Matthew R. Fisher · Oregon Coast Community College
Environmental Biology is a free and open textbook that enables students to develop a nuanced understanding of today’s most pressing environmental issues. This college-level open textbook covers the most salient environmental issues from a biological perspective and helps students grasp the scientific foundation of environmental topics so they can better understand the world around them and their impact upon it.
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BIS 2A: Introductory Biology
Marc Facciotti · University of California, Davis
BIS 2A concentrates on the cellular basis of life, concentrating on the structures and functions of cells and the biological molecules from which they are formed, the ways by which cells acquire, transform, and use chemical energy, and the mechanisms by which genetic information is stored, safeguarded, transmitted from one generation to the next, and used in reproduction and development, with the immune systems serving as a example of complex eukaryotic development.
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Microbiology
Boundless · LibreTexts
In the contents: 01: Introduction to Microbiology · 1.01: Introduction to Microbiology · 1.1B: History of Microbiology - Hooke van Leeuwenhoek and Cohn
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Fundamentals of Biology I (Lumen)
LibreTexts
In the contents: 04: Module 1- Introduction to Biology · 4.01: Why It Matters- Introduction to Biology · 4.05: Introduction to The Study of Biology
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Biology
John W. Kimball · Tufts University & Harvard University
Biology is the study of life, from the molecules inside cells to the diversity of organisms and ecosystems. This book begins with the chemical and molecular basis of life, then explores how cells function, use energy, and transmit genetic information. It also examines how organisms develop, evolve, and interact with their environments, and introduces key tools in biotechnology, medicine, and scientific research. Together, these units offer a concise overview of how life operates at every level.
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General Biology I and II
Tara Jo Holmberg · CT State Northwestern
In the contents: 01: Unit I-Biology Science and the Chemistry of Life · 1.1.1: Themes and Concepts of Biology · 4.3: Systematics Phylogeny and Comparative Biology
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BIOL 130: Human Biology
Susan White · Cañada College
In the contents: 02: Introduction to Human Biology · 2.01: Case Study- Why Should You Study Human Biology
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Lab manual: Molecular biology and Genetic Engineering (Biot 275)
Victor Pham · Irvine Valley College
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The Introduction to Microbiology
Marisa Cases · Manchester Community College
In the contents: 01: Depth and Breadth of Microbiology · 05: The Eukaryotes of Microbiology · 6.01: Using Microbiology to Discover the Secrets of Life
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Fundamentals of Biology Lab Manual
Karen Marks and Valeria Hochman Adler · College Coalinga
Marks and Hochman Adler started developing their OER lab manual for Introduction to Biology when they became frustrated with the paid options and wanted equitable options for their students. Both Marks and Hochman Adler are trailblazers in their field when it comes to accessibility for their students. This lab manual was created in two years with end user testing with students to find what worked and didn't work. This final product is for the students.
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BIOL 310: General Biology
Eric Wada · Folsom Lake College
In the contents: 1.1.02: The Science of Biology · 1.1.03: Themes and Concepts of Biology · 5.01: Molecular Biology
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Human Biology
Suzanne Wakim & Mandeep Grewal · Butte College
In the contents: 02: Introduction to Human Biology · 2.1: Case Study - Why Should You Study Human Biology
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BIOL 108: Biology for Non-Majors Lab Manual
Michelle Bucks, Justin Bichler, and Brad Basehore · Harrisburg Area Community College
Reviews contemporary and historical advances within biology. This course is designed for the non-science major and studies the evolution and diversity of life, the spectrum of animal and plant life and ecology.
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From Growing to Biology: Plants
Gokhan Hacisalihoglu · Florida A&M University
In the contents: 1.24: Synthetic Biology and CRISPR Gene Editing in Crops
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Introductory Biology
CK-12 Foundation · LibreTexts
In the contents: 01: Introduction to Biology · 1.05: Principles of Biology · 1.20: Acids and Bases in Biology
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BIOL 400: Principles of Biology (Wolfe)
LibreTexts
In the contents: 1.01: The Science of Biology · 1.02: Themes and Concepts of Biology
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Biophysics 241: Membrane Biology
Roland Faller · University of California, Davis
Advanced topics on membrane biochemistry and biophysics. Relationship of the unique properties of biomembranes to their roles in cell biology and physiology.