Thomas Simmen
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Professor, Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry - Cell Biology Dept
- tsimmen@ualberta.ca
- Phone
- (780) 492-1546
- Address
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5-65A Medical Sciences Building
8613 - 114 St NWEdmonton ABT6G 2H7
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Dr. Thomas Simmen is currently appointed as Professor in the Department of Cell Biology in the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry.Courses
CELL 300 - Advanced Cell Biology I
Advanced course studying various topics in modern molecular cell biology emphasizing the design of experiments, the interpretation of their results and the extrapolation of their findings. Examines aspects of eukaryotic cell structure and function. Includes, but not restricted to, areas such as protein targeting, organelle biogenesis, intracellular signaling, pathogen-cell interactions and cell-cell interactions. Makes extensive use of scientific literature to illustrate important concepts. Prerequisites: BIOL 201 or CELL 201 and BIOCH 200.
CELL 301 - Advanced Cell Biology II
A continuation of CELL 300, covering Cell Biology topics in greater depth, and exploring recent developments in the field. Intended for, but not restricted to, students in the Cell Biology Honors and Specialization programs. Recommended prerequisite: CELL 300 or consent of Department.
CELL 398 - Research Project
Directed research carried out in a laboratory of a member participating in the Cell Biology Program. Credit may be obtained for this course only once. Successful completion requires laboratory skills training and a written report on the research project. Normally for students in their third year of study. Pre- or co-requisite: any 300-level Science course, CELL 300 recommended, and the consent of the course coordinator.
CELL 498 - Research Project
Directed research carried out in a laboratory of an assigned member participating in the Cell Biology Program. Credit may be obtained for this course more than once. Successful completion requires application of laboratory skills and a written report on the research project. Prerequisites: A 300-level CELL, Biological Sciences, or Biochemistry course and the consent of the course coordinator.