UWM Undergraduate Catalog 2017-2018
College of Letters and Science
Biological Sciences
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- Course of Study: Biological Sciences Major
- Course of Study: Microbiology Major
- Course of Study: Minor
- Declaration of Major or Minor
- Department Advisors
- Related Areas of Study
- Courses: Biological Sciences (BIO SCI)
- Faculty
Biology is the study of life. Biologists analyze organisms at the
cellular and molecular levels using genetics, biochemistry, and
microscopy. They also study interactions of organisms with each
other and with the environment using behavior, morphology, and
genetics. These studies have applications across many areas
including agriculture, medicine, and the environment.
Majors in biology are needed in areas such as farming, food processing,
bioremediation, as well as the biomedical and biotechnology
fields. A biology major also prepares students for professional
careers in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, veterinary science, and
education, in addition to advanced studies in any life science field.
The Department offers two majors: Biological Sciences and
Microbiology. The Biological Sciences major has two options: the
Standard option and the Cell and Molecular Biology option. The Microbiology major has two options: the Standard option and the Industrial Fermentation and Biotechnology option. Both majors
and options are excellent preparation for a career in a life science
field. The multiple offerings allow students a broad choice in their
studies.
The Biological Sciences major requires a minimum of 34 credits
in Biology, of which 26 must be at the advanced (300 and above) level.
At least 15 of the advanced credits must be taken in residence at UWM.
Students must complete four (4) laboratory courses. No more than eight (8) credits
in 100-level courses in Biological Sciences may be applied toward the
major, and students may not combine Bio Sci 150, 202, and 203 for more than 9
credits toward the major. A combined limit of 6 credits in Bio Sci 290,
489, 695, 697, 698, 699, Honors 686, 687, and 689 counts toward the major. Students must attain
a GPA of 2.500 in Biological Sciences courses attempted at UWM.
In addition, students must attain a GPA of at least 2.500 in all major
credits attempted, including any transfer work.
Additional requirements for the major include the following foundational courses in Math, Physics, and Chemistry: 1) Math 211, 221, or 231 for a Bachelor of Science
(Math 105 or equivalent for a Bachelor of Arts); 2) One year of Physics (120/122
or 209/210, with at least one semester of Physics lab (121 or 214) or one year of Physics in the studio format (219/220); and 3) Either
the survey of Organic Chemistry with lab (Chem 341/342) or the
one-year Organic Chemistry sequence with one lab (Chem 343/344/345). For students in the Cell and Molecular Biology (CMB) option,
Chem 343, 344, and 345 are required, and a second physics lab is strongly
recommended. Students who plan to attend graduate or professional
schools are advised to take the one-year sequence of Organic
Chemistry with lab, a course in Biochemistry (Chem 501; also counts toward major), and two semesters of Calculus.
STANDARD BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES OPTION
Required Biological Sciences Courses |
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Bio Sci 150 |
Foundations of Biological Sciences I |
4 |
Bio Sci 152 |
Foundations of Biological Sciences II |
4 |
Bio Sci 325 |
Genetics |
4 |
Either: |
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Bio Sci 310 |
General Ecology |
4 |
or both |
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Bio Sci 315 and |
Cell Biology |
3 |
Bio Sci 316 |
Laboratory in Genetics and Cell Biology |
2 |
Research Requirement: One of Bio Sci 611, 670, 671, 672, or CES 490 (a senior seminar); Honors 686, 687, or 689 (Honors research, project, or thesis); or Bio Sci 695, 697, 698, or 699 (Independent Study). |
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Electives to reach a total of 26 upper-division (numbered 300 and above) credits and one additional laboratory course. |
CELL AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY OPTION
Core Courses |
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Bio Sci 150 |
Foundations of Biological Sciences I |
4 |
Bio Sci 152 |
Foundations of Biological Sciences II |
4 |
Bio Sci 315 |
Cell Biology |
3 |
Bio Sci 316 |
Laboratory in Genetics and Cell Biology |
2 |
Bio Sci 325 |
Genetics |
4 |
Laboratory Courses: At least one Cell and Molecular Biology laboratory numbered above 350 or BIO SCI 203. See individual course descriptions to identify eligible courses. |
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Electives: Any U-only Cell and Molecular Biology course numbered between 350 and 399. |
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Any U/G Cell and Molecular Biology course numbered 400 or above. |
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Research Requirement: Either BIO SCI 672 (Undergraduate Seminar in Cell and Molecular Biology) or BIO SCI 697 (Independent Study in Cell and Molecular Biology). |
Students must select additional Cell and Molecular Biology courses to reach a total of 18 credits beyond the core courses and a total of 26 upper-division (numbered 300 and above) credits.
Course of Study: Microbiology Major
Microbiology is the study of microorganisms such as bacteria, archaea, protists, fungi, and viruses. Prospective Microbiology majors should consult with a faculty advisor as early as possible, preferably before the beginning of the junior year, in order to outline an appropriate course of study. Students should consult their advisor at least once each semester.
There are two options within the Microbiology major: the Microbiology Standard option and the Industrial Fermentation and Biotechnology option, which is offered jointly with the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. For both options, at least 15 credits of advanced (300 and above) Microbiology courses must be taken in residence at UWM. Students must attain an average GPA of 2.500 in Microbiology courses attempted at UWM. In addition, students must attain a 2.500 GPA on all major credits attempted, including any transfer work.
Microbiology Standard Option
The Microbiology option requires a minimum of 34 credits in Microbiology. The required and elective courses in Bio Sci, Chem 501, and BMS 534, 535, 539, and 540 count as "Microbiology" courses for this purpose. A combined limit of 6 credits in Bio Sci 290, 695, 697, 698, and 699 counts toward the major.
Bio Sci 150 |
Foundations of Biological Sciences I |
4 |
Bio Sci 152 |
Foundations of Biological Sciences II |
4 |
Bio Sci 325 |
Genetics |
4 |
Bio Sci 383 |
General Microbiology |
4 |
Bio Sci 529 |
Molecular Biology of Microorganisms |
3 |
Bio Sci 540 |
Microbial Diversity and Physiology |
3 |
Research Requirement: Bio Sci 495, 671, 698 or, when determined by the student's Microbiology faculty advisor to have Microbiology content, Bio Sci 699, or Honors 686, 687, or 689. (For titles and credits, see electives list.) |
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Elective Microbiology Courses: Students choose courses from this list to complete their 26 credits of upper-level (300 or above) microbiology courses. Students MUST take EITHER Bio Sci 315 (Cell Biology) OR Chem 501 (Introduction to Biochemistry), and they MUST take EITHER Bio Sci 537 (Industrial Microbiology and Biochemistry Laboratory), OR Bio Sci 539 (Laboratory Techniques in Molecular Biology), OR Bio Sci 580 (Experimental Microbiology). |
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Bio Sci 315 |
Cell Biology |
3 |
Bio Sci 316 |
Laboratory in Genetics and Cell Biology |
2 |
Bio Sci 401 |
Immunology |
2 |
Bio Sci 402 |
Immunological Techniques |
3 |
Bio Sci 405 |
General Virology |
3 |
Bio Sci 425 |
Plankton Biology |
4 |
Bio Sci 490 |
Molecular Genetics |
3 |
Bio Sci 495 |
Internship in Biotechnology, Upper Division |
3-6 |
Bio Sci 507 |
Environmental Microbiology |
3 |
Bio Sci 535 |
Bacterial Pathogenesis |
3 |
Bio Sci 536 |
Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology |
2 |
Bio Sci 537 |
Industrial Microbiology and Biochemistry Laboratory |
2 |
Bio Sci 539 |
Laboratory Techniques in Molecular Biology (if not selected above) |
4 |
Bio Sci 542 |
Biological Electron Microscopy |
3 |
Bio Sci 544 |
Transmission Electron Microscopy Laboratory |
3 |
Bio Sci 572 |
Genomics |
3 |
Bio Sci 573 |
Cellular Evolution |
3 |
Bio Sci 580 |
Experimental Microbiology |
4 |
Bio Sci 595 |
Principles of Genetic and Molecular Engineering |
3 |
Bio Sci 597 |
RNA Structure, Function, and Metabolism |
3 |
Bio Sci 667 |
Advanced Techniques in Microbial, Molecular, and Cellular Biology |
4 |
Bio Sci 671 |
Undergraduate Seminar in Microbiology: (subtitle) |
1 |
Bio Sci 698 |
Independent Study in Microbiology |
1-3 |
Bio Sci 6991 |
Independent Study |
1-3 |
Chem 501 |
Introduction to Biochemistry |
3 |
Chem 601 |
Biochemistry: Protein Structure and Function |
3 |
BMS 5342 |
Medical Microbiology |
2 |
BMS 5352 |
Medical Microbiology Laboratory |
2 |
BMS 5392 |
Public Health Microbiology |
2 |
BMS 5402 |
Public Health Microbiology Laboratory |
1 |
Honors 6861 |
Research in Honors |
2-3 |
Honors 6871 |
Senior Honors Project |
1-6 |
Honors 6891 |
Senior Honors Thesis |
3 |
1 Only Bio Sci 699 or Honors 686, 687, or 689 projects that
are determined by the student's microbiology faculty advisor to have
microbiology content count toward the major.
2 Students may elect to take these BMS courses to earn credit toward the Microbiology major option provided that they earn 30 advanced credits in Natural Sciences within the College of Letters and Science, as required for the BS degree.
Other Required Courses |
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Chem 102 |
General Chemistry |
5 |
Chem 104 |
General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis |
5 |
Chem 343 |
Organic Chemistry |
3 |
Chem 344 |
Organic Chemistry Laboratory |
2 |
Chem 345 |
Organic Chemistry |
3 |
Math 211 or |
Survey in Calculus and Analytic Geometry |
4 |
Math 221 or |
Honors Calculus I |
5 |
Math 231 |
Calculus and Analytical Geometry I |
4 |
AND |
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Math 222 or |
Honors Calculus II |
5 |
Math 232 or |
Calculus and Analytic Geometry II |
4 |
Bio Sci 465 |
Biostatistics |
3 |
One of the following sets of physics courses: |
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Physics 120 |
General Physics I (Non-calculus Treatment) |
4 |
Physics 122 |
General Physics II (Non-calculus Treatment) |
4 |
Physics 123 |
General Physics Laboratory II (Non-calculus Treatment) |
1 |
or | ||
Physics 209 |
Physics I (Calculus Treatment) |
4 |
Physics 210 |
Physics II (Calculus Treatment) |
4 |
Physics 215 |
Lab Physics II (Calculus Treatment) |
1 |
or | ||
Physics 219 |
Physics I: Calculus-Based, Studio Format |
5 |
Physics 220 |
Physics II: Calculus-Based, Studio Format |
5 |
Bio Sci 150 |
Foundations of Biological Sciences I |
4 |
Bio Sci 152 |
Foundations of Biological Sciences II |
4 |
Bio Sci 325 |
Genetics |
4 |
Bio Sci 383 |
General Microbiology |
4 |
Bio Sci 529 |
Molecular Biology of Microorganisms |
3 |
Bio Sci 536 |
Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology |
3 |
Bio Sci 537 |
Industrial Microbiology and Biochemistry Laboratory |
2 |
Chem 501 |
Introduction to Biochemistry |
3 |
Chem 541 |
Bioprocess Chemical Engineering |
3 |
Chem 543 |
Bioproduct Regulatory Protocols |
3 |
Chem 690 |
Seminar: Science Career Transitions |
1 |
One of |
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Bio Sci 489 or |
Internship in Biological Sciences, Upper Division (Industry Internship) |
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Bio Sci 698 |
Independent Study in Microbiology |
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Other Required Courses |
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Chem 102 |
General Chemistry |
5 |
Chem 104 |
General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis |
5 |
Chem 343 |
Organic Chemistry |
3 |
Chem 344 |
Organic Chemistry Laboratory |
2 |
Chem 345 |
Organic Chemistry |
3 |
One of |
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Math 211 or |
Survey in Calculus and Analytic Geometry |
4 |
Math 221 or |
Honors Calculus I |
5 |
Math 231 |
Calculus and Analytical Geometry |
4 |
One of |
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Math 222 or |
Honors Calculus II |
5 |
Math 232 or |
Calculus and Analytical Geometry |
4 |
Bio Sci 465 |
Biostatistics |
3 |
One of the following sets of Physics courses: |
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Physics 120 |
General Physics I (Non-calculus Treatment) |
4 |
Physics 122 |
General Physics II (Non-calculus Treatment) |
4 |
Physics 123 |
General Physics Laboratory II (Non-calculus Treatment) |
1 |
or |
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Physics 209 |
Physics I (Calculus Treatment) |
4 |
Physics 210 |
Physics II (Calculus Treatment) |
4 |
Physics 215 |
Lab Physics (Calculus Treatment) |
1 |
or |
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Physics 219 |
Physics I: Calculus-Based, Studio Format |
5 |
Physics 220 |
Physics II: Calculus-Based, Studio Format |
5 |
Honors in the Major
Students in biological sciences who meet all of the following criteria are awarded honors in the major upon graduation:
- 3.500 cumulative GPA in all UWM graded credits attempted;
- 3.750 GPA in UWM courses counting toward the major;
- 3.500 GPA in all advanced credits that count toward the major; and
- Complete a laboratory or field research independent study (Bio Sci 697, 698, or 699) or internship (Bio Sci 489 or CES 489).
Students who believe they may qualify for honors in biological sciences should apply to the Department during their last semester of study.
Students with a major in another discipline can apply for a minor in
Biological Sciences by meeting the requirements listed below,
completing the appropriate “Declaration of Minor” form,
and meeting with a Department of Biological Sciences advisor.
Requirements: The minor consists of 19 credits in
Biological Sciences including the core introductory sequence (Bio Sci 150 and Bio Sci 152); a gateway course selected from the following three options 1) Bio Sci 310, or 2) Bio Sci 315 plus Bio Sci 316, or 3) Bio Sci 325 plus Bio Sci 316; and at least 7 additional credits in courses that carry credit toward the
major. At least 9 credits must be taken at or above the 300 level in
residence at UWM. Students must maintain a GPA of
2.500 in minor courses attempted at UWM. In addition, students must
attain a GPA of 2.500 in all minor courses attempted, including any
transfer work.
Declaration of Major or Minor in Biological
Sciences
Students should contact an advisor (see list below)
as soon as possible in their freshman year about required courses and
the recommended course sequence within Biological Sciences. They
should complete Bio Sci 150 and be enrolled in Bio Sci 152 before officially declaring a major in Biological Sciences. Upon
declaring the major, the student must select a
Department of Biological Sciences faculty advisor (from the list below) who will guide the
student in planning his/her curriculum and will help the student
accomplish his/her goals. Failure to
complete the declaration of major, as recommended, may result in a
delay in graduation.
Procedure for
Processing a Declaration of Major or Minor:
1. Obtain and complete a “Declaration of Major (or Minor) Form” from the Department of Biological Sciences office (Lapham Hall S181).
2. Attend the Open Advising session held before registration each semester or select a departmental advisor in the area of interest (see list below) and set up an advising appointment by sending an email to the prospective advisor as follows:
* The “subject box” of the email should say “Appointment to Declare Major (or Minor).”
* The text of the message should give days and times the student is available to meet for advice about the major/minor and curriculum. Take the “Declaration of Major/Minor Form” and an up-to-date copy of the student's transcript (available from PAWS) to the advising appointment at which the advisor will sign the form. After this initial meeting, return to meet with the departmental advisor regularly to discuss academic progress and/or attend open advising regularly.
3. Return the "Declaration of Major/Minor Form" with the advisor's signature, to Lapham Hall S181 to obtain the Department Chair's signature. The Chair will forward the form to the College of Letters and Science Office of Student Academic Services.
4. Meet each semester with the assigned College of Letters and Science advisor (in Holton Hall); the L&S advisor will monitor progress toward completion of the L&S degree requirements.
Biological Sciences Advisors |
Lapham Office |
E-mail (@uwm.edu) |
Professor Berges – Marine Biology |
S587 |
berges |
Professor Coggins – Parasitology |
S297 |
coggins |
Professor Dunn – Behavioral Ecology |
S497 |
pdunn |
Professor Karron – Plant Ecology |
S585 |
karron |
Professor Latch – Population Genetics |
N215 |
latch |
Professor Rodríguez – Behavioral Ecology |
S295 |
rafa |
Professor Strickler – Ecology |
Water Inst. 137 |
jrs |
Professor Whittingham – Behavioral Ecology |
S499 |
whitting |
Professor Young – Plant Biology |
S593 |
ebyoung |
Cellular & Molecular Biology Option Advisors |
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Professor Heathcote – Neuroscience |
N411 |
rdh |
Professor Hutz – Physiology |
N509 |
rjhutz |
Professor Oliver – Mammalian Cell Biology |
N209 |
oliver |
Professor Scanes – Animal Physiology & Nutrition |
S493 |
scanes |
Professor Steeber – Immunology |
N211 |
steeber |
Professor Udvadia – Neuroscience |
SB80 |
audvadia |
Professor Wejksnora – Molecular Biology |
220 |
pjw |
Professor Wimpee – Molecular Biology |
S495 |
cwimpee |
Professor Witten – Neuroscience |
N409 |
jlw |
Professor Zhao – Molecular Genetics |
462 |
dzhao |
Microbiology Advisors |
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Professor Dey – Molecular Biology |
460 |
deym |
Professor Forst – Molecular Biology |
458 |
sforst |
Professor Kuchin – Genetics |
444 |
skuchin |
Professor McBride – Molecular Biology |
N307 |
mcbride |
Professor Prasad – Microbiology |
440 |
prasadg |
Professor Saffarini – Environmental Microbiology |
N309 |
daads |
Professor Yang – Genomics |
131D |
chyang |
Advisors for Related Programs |
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Major in Conservation & Environmental Science |
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Professor Fredlund – Biogeography |
364 |
fredlund |
Pre-Professional (Medicine, Dental, Pharmacy, Veterinary Medicine) |
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Patty Cobb (pre-Medicine) |
Holton 131 |
pacobb |
Jenny Hack (pre-Dentistry) |
Holton 150 |
jlrahmer |
Laura Stark (pre-Pharmacy) |
Holton 130 |
starll |
Lori Fitzenberger (pre-Veterinary Medicine) |
Holton 147 |
lorifitz |
The Conservation and Environmental Science major is an alternative, interdisciplinary program for students with specific interests in conservation or environmental science (see Interdepartmental Majors, College of Letters and Science).
For the Pre-Forestry (Wildlife Management) curriculum, see the Pre-Professional Programs section (College of Letters and Science).
Pigeon Lake Field Station is a natural laboratory sponsored by the 14 campuses of the University of Wisconsin System, located in the Chequamegon National Forest, 30 miles from Lake Superior in northern Wisconsin's Bayfield County. Pigeon Lake Field Station offers summer programs in a variety of disciplines, including biology. Work completed at Pigeon Lake is credited as resident study by UWM. For additional information, contact the Biological Sciences Department office.
The UWM Field Station is an area of almost 2,500 acres devoted to the study of natural history and biology. Located about 25 miles north of campus on the Cedarburg Bog in the Town of Saukville, the station includes a wide variety of natural areas ranging from old-growth forest to acid bog and several lakes. Many biological sciences courses use the Field Station for instruction and to provide hands-on research opportunities. The Field Station provides internship and independent study opportunities for biology students; it also offers short courses for credit through the department. For additional information, contact the Biological Sciences Department office.
Courses
Cross-listed Courses
The following courses offered by other departments may be used to fulfill the requirements of the undergraduate major and minor in biological sciences:
CES 471 |
Practicum in Natural Resource Management |
CES 490 |
Senior Seminar: Conservation and Environmental Sciences |
Chem 501 |
Introduction to Biochemistry |
Psych 254 |
Physiological Psychology |
Psych 654 |
Advanced Physiological Psychology |
Filipe Alberto, Asst. Prof.,
PhD
University of Algarve, Portugal
Sonia Bardy, Asst. Prof., PhD
Queen's University, Ontario
John Berges, Prof., PhD
University of British Columbia
Gerald Bergtrom, Prof. Emeritus, PhD
Martin Boraas, Assoc. Prof. Emeritus, PhD
Arthur S. Brooks, Prof. Emeritus, PhD
John Buntin, Prof. Emeritus, PhD
James R. Coggins, Assoc. Prof. Emeritus, PhD
Mary Lynne Perille Collins, Prof. Emerita, PhD
Madhusudan Dey, Assoc. Prof., PhD
Jawaharlal Nehru University, India
Peter Dunn, Prof., PhD
University of Alberta
Timothy Ehlinger, Assoc. Prof., PhD
Michigan State University
Millicent S. Ficken, Prof. Emerita, PhD
Steven Forst, Prof., PhD
New York University
Ralph Grunewald, Assoc. Prof. Emeritus, PhD
Jennifer Gutzman, Asst. Prof., PhD
University of Wisconsin-Madison
R. David Heathcote, Prof., PhD, Chair
University of California, Berkeley
Gerlinde Hoebel, Asst. Prof., DNS
University of Ulm, Germany
Sara B. Hoot, Prof. Emerita, PhD
Reinhold Hutz, Prof., PhD
Michigan State University
Jeffrey Karron, Assoc. Prof., PhD
University of Colorado
Geoffrey S. Kennedy, Assoc. Prof. Emeritus
Sergei Kuchin, Assoc. Prof., PhD
Institute of Genetics (Moscow)
Emily Latch, Assoc. Prof., PhD
Purdue University
Jakob R. Loewenberg, Prof. Emeritus, PhD
Mark McBride, Prof., PhD
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Julie A. Oliver, Assoc. Prof., PhD
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Marianna Orlova, Instrument Innovator, PhD
Institute of Genetics and Selection of Industrial Microorganisms, Moscow
Heather A. Owen, Assoc. Scientist, PhD
Miami University
Andrew Petto, Lect., PhD
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Ruth B. Phillips, Prof. Emerita, PhD
Gyaneshwar Prasad, Assoc. Prof., PhD
Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, India
Christopher C. Quinn, Asst. Prof., PhD
Yale University
Charles C. Remsen, Prof. Emeritus, PhD
Rafael Rodríguez, Assoc. Prof., PhD
University of Kansas
Daad A. Saffarini, Prof., PhD
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Colin Scanes, Prof. Emeritus, PhD, DSc
Dianne Seale, Assoc. Prof. Emerita, PhD
Cynthia V. Sommer, Assoc. Prof. Emerita, PhD
Douglas Steeber, Assoc. Prof., PhD
University of Wisconsin-Madison
J. Rudi Strickler, Distinguished Prof., PhD
Swiss Federal Institute of Technology
Ava Udvadia, Assoc. Prof., PhD
Duke University
Donna Van Wynsberghe, Prof. Emerita, PhD
Eldon D. Warner, Prof. Emeritus, PhD
Roslyn P. Warren, Prof. Emerita, PhD
Peter J. Wejksnora, Assoc. Prof., PhD
Brandeis University
Linda A.
Whittingham, Prof., PhD
Queens University, Ontario
Charles F.
Wimpee, Assoc. Prof., PhD
University of California, Los Angeles
Jane
Witten, Assoc. Prof., PhD
University of Chicago
Ching-Hong Yang, Prof., PhD
University of California, Riverside
Erica Young, Assoc. Prof., PhD
Monash University (Melbourne, Australia)
Dazhong Zhao, Assoc. Prof., PhD
Chinese Academy of Science
Adjunct Faculty
Gretchen A. Meyer, Adjunct Senior Scientist, PhD
Cornell University
James R. Moyer,
Jr., Assoc. Prof., PhD, Psychology
Northwestern University
Valerica Raicu,
Prof., PhD, Physics
University of Bucharest, Romania
James
A. Reinartz, Adjunct Senior Scientist, PhD
Duke University
Marius Schmidt, Prof., PhD, Physics
Technical University of Munich
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