PHYS 5520 Biophysics
Biophysics uses calculus and models, typical of the various disciplines of physics, to understand and solve problems in biology. This course will survey the major scales of biophysics problemsincluding, but not limited tomolecular-leveldiffusionandmachines, cell-levelfluorescence microscopy, tissue-level forces and fabrication, and systems-level bioelectronics (brain circuitry).
Course overview
- Department
- Physics
- School
- MCAS
- Credits
- 3
- Level
- Both
- Offered
- Periodically
Catalog details
Requirements fulfilled
- Physics B.S.: At least 6 credits of advanced (4000 level or above) elective coursework (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)
- Applied Physics B.S.: At least three elective courses at or above the 4000 level (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)
Course evaluations
- Course rating
- 3.39 / 5 · Good
- Instructor rating
- 3.78 / 5 · Very Good
- Terms evaluated
- 2
| Term | Instructor | Course overall | Instructor overall | Well organized | Clear learning objectives | Intellectually challenging | Helpful assignments | Applicable beyond course | Attendance necessary | Weekly effort | Responses |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2025 | Alexander Auner | 3.2 | 3.6 | 3.5 | 3.7 | 4.0 | 3.9 | 3.5 | 3.7 | 4–6 hrs/week | 15 of 20 |
| Spring 2023 | Alexander Auner | 4.3 | 4.7 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.7 | 1–3 hrs/week | 3 of 4 |