# Colby Biology Information Students in the [Biology Department](https://www.colby.edu/academics/departments-and-programs/biology/) gain exposure to the breadth of biological sciences and become skilled in the methods of scientific inquiry. The curriculum emphasizes the study of plants, animals, and microorganisms from the molecular to the ecosystem level. [Research](https://web.colby.edu/linde-packman-lab/extraordinary-opportunities-2/) is integral to our teaching and learning. Biology majors work closely with professors to generate hypotheses and conduct self-designed experiments. ## Major in Biology The Biology major is flexible, allowing students to develop a course of study matching their particular interests. We offer concentrations in cell and molecular biology/biochemistry, neuroscience, and ecology and evolution. - [Biology major requirements](https://hackmd.io/@aphanotus/BioMajorChecklist) ## Major in Computational Biology The major in computational biology allows students to develop a coherent plan for the integration of computer science with biology. Students completing this major will be well prepared to obtain employment or pursue research in fields such as computational biology and bioinformatics. - [CompBio major requirements](https://hackmd.io/@aphanotus/CompBioMajor) ---
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Associate professor of genetics at Colby College, interested in alternative developmental outcomes, e.g. serial homology, sexual dimorphism and polyphenism.
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The Biology Major Checklist

This document provides guidance for Biology majors and their advisors. Updated 14 November 2022, for classes matriculating Fall 2020 and onwards. Information on the major in Computational Biology is available separately.

4/11/2024
R Tutorial

BI376 For the week of 14 September 2020 Rmd version of this script Tutorial instructions The final project for BI376 this semester will employ morphometric analysis in R, a free platform for statistical computing. While you've probably encountered R in other courses, this tutorial is meant as a refresher and as a reference. Later lab protocols will provide information on how you can explore more advanced features. While I hope you will look through all of this document, some of the material may be familiar and some may be new. At the end, there is a brief exercise asking you to send in a demonstration of your R skills.

2/22/2024
The Comp Bio Major

This document provides guidance for Computational Biology majors and their advisors. Information on the major in Biology is available separately.

12/13/2023
Bread Notes

Link to untested Bread Ideas :::info General tips Start the yeast. For any recipe using dry yeast, mix the yeast with warm water (110-115˚F) and about 1 teaspoon of honey. Let it stand for 5-10 min, until foamy. This will activate the yeast. In any recipe, it's possible to substitute sourdough starter for flour and water. For example 100 g of starter can replace 50 g water and 50 g flour. Be sure to keep at least 50 g of water in the recipt to start the yeast-- and it does seem wise to keep at least some dried yeast in the bake. In our convection oven, it's always necessary to cover bread to prevent the top from burning. Place a bread pan in the air frying basket on the bottom rung to maximize its head space. :::

12/23/2022
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