Dr. Jani Lewis has been a member of the Geneseo faculty since 2001.
Office Hours Spring 2024
- Wednesdays 9:00am-11:00am ISC 354
- Thursdays 2:00pm-4:00pm ISC 354
Curriculum Vitae
Education
Ph.D. in Biology, University of Toledo, 1995
M.S. in Biology, Cleveland State University, 1991
B.S. in Biology and French, Juniata College, PA, 1988
Research Interests
Biology of Cell Junctions
Classes
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BIOL 300: Cell Biology
An introduction to molecular and structural organization of the eukaryotic cell. Topics include: the plasma membrane, internal membranes, synthesis of proteins, membrane bound organelles, photosynthesis and respiration, the cytoskeleton and motility, cell growth and division, hormones and receptors, and nerve cells and electrical properties of membranes.
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BIOL 334: Biology of Cancer - Rec
This course looks at the molecular origins of cancer with emphasis on understanding oncogenes and tumor suppressor genes and their role in signal transduction and the cell cycle. The course will examine the discovery of viral oncogenes, cellular oncogenes and tumor suppressor genes and relate them to current therapeutic approaches. The course will also cover topics in cancer prevention and treatment and look at some of the most common tumor types.
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BIOL 334: Biology of Cancer - Lec
This course looks at the molecular origins of cancer with emphasis on understanding oncogenes and tumor suppressor genes and their role in signal transduction and the cell cycle. The course will examine the discovery of viral oncogenes, cellular oncogenes and tumor suppressor genes and relate them to current therapeutic approaches. The course will also cover topics in cancer prevention and treatment and look at some of the most common tumor types.
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BIOL 385: Senior Seminar in Biochemistry
Discussion of current literature, recent advances, perspectives, or selected topics in Biochemistry.