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Principles of Biology II, OL ed
TRU - OL · Thompson Rivers University
In the contents: 01: Biology Science and Society · 1.02: Themes and Concepts of Biology
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Biology for Non Majors I (Lumen)
LibreTexts
In the contents: 01: Introduction to Biology · 1.01: The Branches of Biology · 1.06: Putting It Together- Introduction to Biology
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Computational Biology - Genomes, Networks, and Evolution
Manolis Kellis et al. · Massachusetts Institute of Technology
In the contents: 1.02: Final Project - Introduction to Research In Computational Biology · 1.04: Crash Course in Molecular Biology · 7.04: Apply HMM to Real World- From Casino to Biology
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Microbiology Laboratory Manual
Rosanna Hartline · West Hills College Lemoore
This text is designed for instructional laboratories of undergraduate general microbiology courses. Basic microbiological laboratory approaches are emphasized, as well as the diversity of microbes. Morphologies, physiologies, methods of microbial isolation, identification, and characterization are explored. The manual includes an unknown identification project with instructions for writing a scientific report detailing the project and its results.
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Cell Biology for Allied Health
Holly Schiefelbein · Chemeketa Community College
In the contents: 1.01: The Science of Biology · 1.1A: Introduction to the Study of Biology · 1.1F: Branches and Subdisciplines of Biology
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PGCC Microbiology
Glenn F Gebler and Yuda A Anriany · Prince George's Community College
In the contents: 01: Introduction to Microbiology · 1.01: Introduction to Microbiology · 1.06: History of Microbiology
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Cell Biology, Genetics, and Biochemistry for Pre-Clinical Students
Renee J. LeClair · Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine
Cell Biology, Genetics, and Biochemistry for Pre-Clinical Students is an undergraduate medical-level resource for foundational knowledge across the disciplines of genetics, cell biology and biochemistry. This USMLE-aligned text is designed for a first-year undergraduate medical course that is delivered typically before students start to explore systems physiology and pathophysiology.
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Clackamas Biology 112 OER Textbook (OpenStax)
Jennifer Bown · Clackamas Community College
In the contents: 01: Introduction to Biology · 1.01: The Science of Biology · 1.02: Themes and Concepts of Biology
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Microbiology for Earth Scientists
Matthew F Kirk · Kansas State University
In the contents: 1.04: Defining geomicrobiology · 14.05: Applying microbiology to remediate contaminated water
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Geobiology
Dawn Sumner · University of California, Davis
Geobiology is the study of Earth-life interactions through time. This textbook is the start of a lower division book that uses these interactions to teach the fundamental biological concepts that are essential for geology majors to understand.
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Reyna Genetics Lab - Synthetic Biology CURE
Nathan Reyna · Ouachita Baptist University
The protocols included in this lab manual are part of a Synthetic Biology undergraduate research course (CURE) designed by the authors. The lab presented in this manual is designed for a Genetics or Biotechnology class and has been used at both two-year and four-year institutions.
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Marine Biology Laboratory
Kevin Raskoff · Monterey Peninsula College
Students are introduced to the fundamentals of marine science, with an emphasis on marine ecology, organisms, and habitats, with a focus on the local Monterey Bay region. The exercises include both those in the lab and in the field.
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Microbiology Laboratory Student Manual
Angelo Kolokithas · Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
This Microbiology lab manual provides instructions for conducting the following labs: Safety, Culture Handling, Microscopes, and Streak Technique; Examining Throat Cultures and Gram Staining; Tiny Earth Introduction and Planning; Soil Collection Field Work; Plating Soil Samples; Bacterial Culture Conditions; The Master Plate & Antibiotic Screening; Broad-Spectrum Screening; Colony PCR; Gel Electrophoresis and Sequencing Prep; Glycerol Stocks; Classic vs Modern Biochemical Tests; and Kirby-Bauer
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Biology 3 Lecture
Ana Escandon · Los Angeles Harbor College
In the contents: 01: Introduction to Biology · 1.01: Introduction to Biology · 1.1.01: Themes and Concepts of Biology
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BIOL 130: Human Biology
Yancy Aquino · Skyline College
In the contents: 01: Introduction to Human Biology · 1.01: Case Study- Why Should You Study Human Biology
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Biology of Aging
Libretexts · Herkimer College
Includes the study of the gross and microscopic structure of the systems of the human body with special emphasis on the relationship between structure and function. Integrates anatomy and physiology of cells, tissues, organs, the systems of the human body, and mechanisms responsible for homeostasis.
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Map: Raven Biology 12th Edition
LibreTexts
In the contents: 01: The Science of Biology · 1.04: Core Concepts in Biology · 23: Systematics Phylogeny and Comparative Biology
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Microbiology: A Laboratory Experience
Holly Ahern · State University of New York Adirondack
In the contents: 1.01: Biosafety Practices and Procedures for the Microbiology Laboratory
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Biology 102 Laboratory Manual
Jeffrey Ray and Jason Jones · University of North Alabama
This laboratory course explores the structure and function of all human organ systems, emphasizing their roles in maintaining homeostasis and overall health. Students will investigate fundamental chemical and biological principles at the cellular, tissue, and organismal levels, gaining hands-on experience with microscopy, dissections, physiological experiments, and diagnostic techniques.
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Fundamentals of Biology II (Lumen)
LibreTexts
In the contents: 4.01: An Introduction to Biology · 4.02: Themes and Concepts of Biology