Biology 101: Introduction to Biology
Lecture 1: Understanding Biology
What is Biology?
- Definition and scope
- Importance of biology in understanding life
History of Biology
- Ancient contributions (Aristotle, Hippocrates)
- Medieval and Renaissance advancements
- Modern biology and the discovery of DNA
Basic Biological Principles
- Cell theory
- Evolution by natural selection
- Genetics and heredity
Branches of Biology
- Botany
Biology 101: Introduction to Biology
- Zoology
- Microbiology
- Ecology
- Genetics
Key Biological Concepts
- Homeostasis
- Metabolism
- Adaptation
- Reproduction
Famous Biologists and Their Contributions
- Charles Darwin
- Gregor Mendel
- James Watson and Francis Crick
Biology 101: Introduction to Biology
- Rosalind Franklin
Sustainable Biology
- Conservation biology
- Biodiversity and its importance
- Sustainable practices in biology
Biological Research Process
- Formulating hypotheses
- Conducting experiments
- Analyzing data and drawing conclusions
Tools and Technologies in Biology
- Microscopy
- DNA sequencing
- Bioinformatics
Future Trends in Biology
Biology 101: Introduction to Biology
- CRISPR and gene editing
- Synthetic biology
- Personalized medicine