MSE 226: Optical Methods in Biology, Chemistry, and Engineering

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Units: 4

Hours: Lecture, 3 hours; discussion, 1 hour

Catalog page 331

Prerequisites: CHEM 109 or equivalent; graduate standing; consent of instructor

Description: Covers the origin of fluorescence and other emission processes that mod- ulate the characteristics of molecular emissions. Presents emission-based analytical and bioanalytical methods and techniques. Reviews state-of-the-art instrumentation, including their applicability, limita- tions, and source. Also provides interpretation and meaning of the measured signals as applied to biolog- ical systems. May be taken Satisfactory (S) or No Credit (NC) with consent of instructor and graduate advisor. Course is repeatable as content changes.

Cross-listing: Cross-listed with BIEN 245.

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Enrollment History (from UCR Banner, not catalog)
Combined: BIEN 245 / MSE 226
Year F W S Su Total
2025-26  9/15  9/15
2024-25  8/15  8/15
2023-24  3/15  3/15
2022-23  4/35  4/35
2021-22  2/15  2/15
2020-21  6/15  6/15
2019-20  6/15  6/15
2017-18 13/15 13/15
2016-17 14/25 14/25