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Course, academic year 2026/2027
  
   
Biology of the Cell - B319001
Title: Biologie buňky
Guaranteed by: Department of Biotechnology (319)
Faculty: Faculty of Food and Biochemical Technology
Actual: from 2026
Semester: summer
Points: summer s.:3
E-Credits: summer s.:3
Examination process: summer s.:
Hours per week, examination: summer s.:2/0, Ex [HT]
Capacity: unknown / unknown (unknown)Schedule is not published yet, this information might be misleading.
Min. number of students: unlimited
State of the course: taught
Language: Czech
Teaching methods: full-time
Level:  
Note: course can be enrolled in outside the study plan
enabled for web enrollment
Guarantor: Branská Barbora doc. Ing. Ph.D.
Classification: Biology > Theoretical Biology
Pre-requisite : B320001
Interchangeability : AB319001
Is interchangeable with: AB319001
Examination dates   Schedule   
This subject contains the following additional online materials
Annotation -
The Biology of the Cell course focuses on deepening knowledge of general and cell biology, with an emphasis on understanding the fundamental principles of key cellular processes and their interconnections. It covers both general mechanisms and specific processes and structures characteristic of selected cell types, including eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells. The course also introduces basic and advanced methods for analyzing individual cells and cell populations.
Last update: Branská Barbora (20.03.2025)
Course completion requirements -

Successful completion of the exam.

Attendance at lectures is recommended but not controlled.

Last update: Branská Barbora (27.03.2025)
Literature -

Optional:

  • Alberts, Bruce, Hopkin, Karen, Johnson, Alexander, Morgan, David Owen, Raff, Martin C., Roberts, Keith, Walter, Peter. Essential cell biology. : , , https://vufind.techlib.cz/Record/001871190 s. ISBN 978-0-393-68039-3.
  • Stevens, Ann M., Ditty, Jayna L., Parales, Rebecca E., Merkel, Susan M.. Microbial physiology, unity and diversity. : , , xvi, 477 stran s. ISBN 978-1-683-67367-5.
  • Madigan, Michael T., Bender, Kelly S., Buckley, Daniel H., Sattley, W. Matthew, Stahl, David Allan. Brock biology of microorganisms. : , , 1058 stran s. ISBN 1-292-23510-1.
  • Cooper, Geoffrey M., Hausman, Robert E.. The cell, a molecular approach. : , , https://vufind.techlib.cz/Record/001867830 s. ISBN 978-1-60535-746-1.

Last update: Branská Barbora (21.03.2025)
Teaching methods -

The teaching will be conducted using theoretical lectures with practical examples of the extension of theory into applied cell biology. The lecture blocks will include interactive elements and discussions with students.

Last update: Branská Barbora (27.03.2025)
Requirements to the exam -

The exam consists of a written and an oral part.

The written part is mandatory, the oral part can only be taken after obtaining at least 50 points (out of 100 possible) in the written part - if less than 50 points are achieved, the exam is graded F. The written part consists of closed questions (60%) and open questions (40%).

Last update: Branská Barbora (27.03.2025)
Syllabus -

1. Introduction to Cell Biology – Organismal and Process Diversity, Model Organisms

2. Structure of the Prokaryotic Cell – Bacteria, Archaea

3. Bacteria – Membrane Transport

4. Bacterial Growth and Cell Division

5. Bacterial Differentiation and Dormancy, Communication, and Environmental Responses

6. Animal Eukaryotic Cell: Cellular Compartmentalization and Protein Transport, Exocytosis, Endocytosis

7. Animal Eukaryotic Cell: Cytoskeleton and Cell Surface Structure

8. Nuclear Architecture and Transport Across the Nuclear Pore

9. Intercellular Interactions – Signaling

10. Structure and Condensation of Eukaryotic Chromatin

11. Cell Cycle and Its Regulation

12. Structure of the Plant Cell, Its Growth and Reproduction

13. Structure and Reproduction of Yeast and Fungal Cells

14. Tools for Cell Imaging and Population Analysis

Last update: Branská Barbora (19.05.2025)
Learning outcomes -

Students will develop a solid understanding of the structure and function of cellular compartments and structures in both eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells. They will become familiar with the mechanisms of key cellular processes, transport systems, and cellular interactions. Additionally, they will gain knowledge of cell imaging techniques and understand their underlying principles. This course provides a strong foundation for further study in related subjects and for independent work with scientific literature in the field.

Last update: Branská Barbora (20.03.2025)
Entry requirements -

Biochemistry I

Last update: Branská Barbora (02.04.2025)
Registration requirements -

Basic knowledge of biochemistry and microbiology.

Last update: Branská Barbora (19.05.2025)
Teaching methods
Activity Credits Hours
Účast na přednáškách 1 28
Příprava na přednášky, semináře, laboratoře, exkurzi nebo praxi 0.5 14
Příprava na zkoušku a její absolvování 1.5 42
3 / 3 84 / 84
Coursework assessment
Form Significance
Examination test 60
Oral examination 40

 
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