From cells to organisms

This is a first approach to the integrative biology of organisms.

In this course, named "from cells to organisms", the structure-function relationships at different scales are studied, from the cell (or even the molecule) to the organism in its living environment.

It is about integrative biology: we try to study, from specific examples, the biology of organisms in interaction with their environment, by understanding the relationships between structures and functions at different levels of organization: organism / apparatus / organ / tissue / cell.

Know-How (SF):

• observe, describe structures and analyze them to relate them to functions;
• make observational drawings and block diagrams; with appropriate scales;
• perform experiments and setups;
• use the magnifying glass and the optical microscope ;
• make a written and/or oral report;

Know-How (SE):

• working in a team ;
• be organized within the group;
• meet the objectives set and respect the work plan decided by the group;
• know how to argue within a team;
• speaking in front of a group ;
• respect the work of others;
• know how to listen and criticize constructively;
• respect the material and the rules of hygiene and safety;
• be punctual and diligent;
• know how to respect the deadlines for filing documents;
• work independently.

none (but easier if you have a SVT speciality in high school)

• 30% written and oral TP reports (group grade)
• 50% : end of semester assessment Courses, practical work, practical work (individual mark)
• 20%: Online Quiz on Moodle (individual grade)