Insect Physiology

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How do insects work? This course explores the structure, function, and unique adaptations of insects, with an emphasis on the fundamental principles of physiology. Students will be introduced to each organ system, whole-organism homeostasis, and commonly used physiological methods. The course also covers the insect immune system, as well as modern approaches in insect molecular biology and physiology. As a Writing in the Majors course, it provides students with structured training in writing primary scientific papers.