Cell

This course aims to introduce biology at a basic molecular and cellular level and brings into perspective the unifying theme of all living things. It presents the relationship between the molecular principles and the macroscopic view of biology. Basic concepts such as the central dogma or evolution theory, and common biological processes such as cell division or cellular respiration, will be covered. Current advances in biology that have implications to our society and biology's interaction with other disciplines will be highlighted. This is an online course, with support provided via online discussion and face-to-face formal tutorials.

This course aims to contribute to the education of all the diverse CNYSP students, which have very different background on biology and very distinct academic interests. To do this, the multiple and deep connections between biology and other disciplines will be emphasized in detail. Ultimately, this course aims to develop an interest in biology to all students, especially targeting those taking other specializations on the science and engineering sectors, who could be taking up cross-disciplinary jobs related to biology in the future.