[Previous Course Code(s): BISC 507] [Co-List with NANO 5070] Laboratory exercises, including recombinant DNA technology, protein purification, microscopy, tissue culture and other technologies currently in use. Exclusion(s): NANO 5070 Background: LIFS 3120

[Previous Course Code(s): BISC 512] [Co-List with NANO 5310] This course is designed for the postgraduate students majoring in Life Science, Chemistry and Physics. Advanced nano-related topics such as bioinformatics, peptide design, basic and biological application of NMR, protein structure and function and techniques of biophysical chemistry, nano science and technology, etc. Exclusion(s): NANO 5310

[Previous Course Code(s): BISC 524] Principles underlying the structure and function of the nervous system, integrating molecular, cellular systems, and computational approaches. Topics include chemical neurotransmission, sensory processes, control of movement, neuroendocrinology, neuronal plasticity in development and learning. Background: 'LIFS 2210 (for Biochemistry majors) or LIFS 2040 (for Biology majors)' and 'LIFS 3240 or LIFS 4950'

[Previous Course Code(s): BISC 526] Advanced topics on the biochemical basis of human diseases, molecular medicine and structure based drug design; an oral presentation and a written essay on a specific topic are required. Prerequisite(s): LIFS 4760 or equivalent

[Previous Course Code(s): BISC 530] To review in depth the important environmental issues such as pollution, global warming, damage to the ozone layer, energy supply, fresh water problem, and the loss of biodiversity, and to discuss conservation in practice.

[Previous Course Code(s): BISC 532] To study the impact and toxic effects of pollutants on diversity, growth and metabolism of living organisms and the ecosystem as a whole. Background: LIFS 3160

[Previous Course Code(s): BISC 538] Requirements and essence of cell-cycle control and its fundamental importance in biology. Differences and similarities between prokaryotes and eukaryotes. Cell-cycle control/arrest in oocytes, development and in life-cycle. Background: LIFS 3030

[Previous Course Code(s): BISC 571] Molecular basis of cellular regulation. Cellular signal transduction cascades. Exclusion(s): LIFS 6270

[Previous Course Code(s): BICH 601, BIOL 611] Advanced seminar series presented by postgraduate students on their research topics in biological sciences offered in Fall Terms. This course may be repeated for credit. Graded P or F.

[Previous Course Code(s): BICH 602, BIOL 612] Advanced seminar series presented by postgraduate students on selected topics in biological sciences offered in Spring Terms. This course may be repeated for credit. Graded P or F.

[Previous Course Code(s): BISC 613] Mechanics, organization, style and format of writing a research proposal, grant application, scientific paper and/or a thesis. For second and third year students only.

[Previous Course Code(s): BISC 617] Recent advances in molecular biology discussed in lectures and tutorials; current research topics in eukaryotic gene regulation, molecular genetics and genetic diseases. Exclusion(s): NANO 617 (prior to 2008-09) Background: LIFS 3110 or LIFS 3030

[Previous Course Code(s): BISC 621] To study the different aspects of the biology of marine animals, with special emphasis on feeding and reproduction; selective readings of recent publications; to study the diverse territory fauna through field trips and course projects. Background: LIFS 3130

[Previous Course Code(s): BISC 627] To introduce current biochemical topics in the areas of cellular regulation and signaling, structural biology, and medicinal biochemistry and biotechnology. This comprehensive course aims to broaden the knowledge base and stimulate the scientific thinking of postgraduate students.

[Previous Course Code(s): BIOL 641] Study on selected current topics in life science under the supervision of a faculty member. This course may be repeated for credit. Graded P or F.

[Previous Course Code(s): BICH 690, BIOL 642] Project research in one of the life science research laboratories under the supervision of a faculty member. Graded P or F. (for Visiting Internship Postgraduate student)

[Previous Course Code(s): BISC 666] This joint course offered under the HKU-CUHK-HKUST Centre for Advanced Study will give an introduction to basic concepts as well as modern techniques and technologies in Molecular Medicine. Cancer as well as neurodegenerative diseases will be used as disease models in most of the examples covered in the course. Classes will be held in the campus of the university concerned for that part of the course offered.

[Previous Course Code(s): BICH 699, BIOL 699] Master's thesis research supervised by a faculty member. A successful defense of the thesis leads to the grade Pass. No course credit is assigned.

[Previous Course Code(s): BICH 799, BIOL 799] Original and independent doctoral thesis research. A successful defense of the thesis leads to the grade Pass. No course credit is assigned.