Physics of the cell

BIO-244 / 4 credits

Teacher: Persat Alexandre Louis André

Language: English

Summary

Living organisms evolve in a physical world: their cells respond to mechanics, electricity and light. In this course, we will describe the behavior and function of cells using physical principles.

Content

Keywords

Biological Physics
Quantitative Biology
Back of the enveloppe calculations
Biomechanics
Mechanobiology
Cells

Learning Prerequisites

Required courses

Introductory Biology

Introductory Physics

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, the student must be able to:

  • Quantify forces in biological systems
  • Identify mechanically sensitive elements in a cell
  • Integrate their engineer knowledge in biology

Assessment methods

Written exam

Supervision

Office hours Yes
Assistants Yes
Forum Yes

Resources

Bibliography

Physical Biology of the Cell (Rob Phillips, Jane Kondev, Julie Theriot)

Ressources en bibliothèque



Notes/Handbook

The instructors will provide class notes

Moodle Link

In the programs

  • Semester: Spring
  • Exam form: Written (summer session)
  • Subject examined: Physics of the cell
  • Lecture: 2 Hour(s) per week x 14 weeks
  • Exercises: 2 Hour(s) per week x 14 weeks

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