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Francesca De Martini, Ph.D.

Residential Faculty - Biology

Life Science

Life Science

Office: NU 6 - Room: 186

Notices

Course material for the lecture and the lab portion (Fall 2023 BIO 181 online):

1) You MUST purchase the lab kit from Home Science Tools https://www.homesciencetools.com/product/mcc-hybrid-bio-181-kit/

2) You won't need to purchase any textbooks. This is the book that we will be using for free!!

3) Students will need access to a computer (laptop, PC, Mac, iPad, or Chromobook) with a webcam, and a reliable internet access. 

 Let me know if you have any questions: francesca.de.martini@mesacc.edu

 

Course material for the lecture and the lab portion (Fall 2023 BIO 181 in person):

1) You MUST purchase the Lab Manual at the bookstore

2) You won't need to purchase any textbooks. This is the book that we will be using for free!!

 Let me know if you have any questions: francesca.de.martini@mesacc.edu

Office Hours

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM  

Online

 

Online

 

Online

    By appointment

Office hours during the Fall semester are going to be online and in person (NU 6-186). Check your Canvas class for more information.

Friday online and by appointment only.

 

Classes Taught

Fall 2023

BIO181 General Biology (Majors) I 4 Credits

The study and principles of structure and function of organisms at the molecular and cellular levels. A detailed exploration of the chemistry of life, the cell, and genetics.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101. One year of high school or one semester of college-level biology and chemistry is strongly recommended.

Course Notes: It is highly encouraged that you attend the FREE MCC Biology Boot Camp that occurs prior to the beginning of the semester. Participants will review key skills necessary for success; participants will be better prepared for their course. Visit https://www.mesacc.edu/students/foundations-student-success/boot-camps for more information and to register.
General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
17696
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023
MoWe
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Closed

Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Some materials may be provided by the college and only be available while enrolled in the course.

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 17696 must also register for one of .
19571
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023
TuTh
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM

Closed

Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Some materials may be provided by the college and only be available while enrolled in the course.

Class 19571 Students get hands-on experience doing an original research assignment.

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 19571 must also register for .
33682

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Class Started

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 33682 This course uses proctored online exams which require a computer (PC or Mac computer, or a newer iPad, or Chromebook) with a working microphone and webcam. Lab Notes; Students registering for class 33682 must also register for one of several labs offered.

Textbook and lab manual available at no cost and may include OER (Open Educational Resources). A lab kit must be purchased from Home Science Tools https://www.homesciencetools.com/product/mcc-hybrid-bio-181-kit/

Students may contact instructor at: francesca.de.martini@mesacc.edu

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 33682 must also register for one of .
17697
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lab
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023
Mo
7:30 AM - 10:20 AM

Closed

Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Some materials may be provided by the college and only be available while enrolled in the course.

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 17697 must also register for .
17698
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lab
08/23/2023 - 12/15/2023
We
7:30 AM - 10:20 AM

Class Started

Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Some materials may be provided by the college and only be available while enrolled in the course.

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 17698 must also register for .
19572
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lab
08/24/2023 - 12/15/2023
Th
10:30 AM - 1:20 PM

Closed

Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Some materials may be provided by the college and only be available while enrolled in the course.

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 19572 must also register for .
33683

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Closed

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 33683 Class exams will require the use of a lockdown browser and monitor so you will need to have a computer or iPad with a microphone, speakers, and a camera. Chromebooks and smartphones will not work with this system, and can not be used to take the online exams.

Lab kits are required. These can be purchased from Home Science Tools." ('Home Science Tools' hyperlink https://www.homesciencetools.com/product/mcc-hybrid-bio-181-kit/.

Class 33683 Students may contact instructor at: francesca.de.martini@mesacc.edu

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 33683 must also register for .
33685

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Class Started

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 33685 Class exams will require the use of a lockdown browser and monitor so you will need to have a computer or iPad with a microphone, speakers, and a camera. Chromebooks and smartphones will not work with this system, and can not be used to take the online exams.

Class 33685 Lab kits are required. These can be purchased from Home Science Tools." ('Home Science Tools' hyperlink https://www.homesciencetools.com/product/mcc-hybrid-bio-181-kit/.

Class 33685 Students may contact instructor at: francesca.de.martini@mesacc.edu

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 33685 must also register for .
BIO298AA Special Projects 1 Credits

Organized and tailored around the interests and needs of the individual student. Structured to provide an atmosphere of individualized research and study paralleled by professional expertise and guidance. Professional-type facilities and equipment available for student use. Allows the best aspects of independent study and individualized learning to be combined to maximize student development.

Prerequisites: Permission of Program Director or Instructor.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
34592
Dobson Campus

SD Instructor Office
Independent Study
Lab
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Closed

Spring 2024

BIO181 General Biology (Majors) I 4 Credits

The study and principles of structure and function of organisms at the molecular and cellular levels. A detailed exploration of the chemistry of life, the cell, and genetics.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101. One year of high school or one semester of college-level biology and chemistry is strongly recommended.

Course Notes: It is highly encouraged that you attend the FREE MCC Biology Boot Camp that occurs prior to the beginning of the semester. Participants will review key skills necessary for success; participants will be better prepared for their course. Visit https://www.mesacc.edu/students/foundations-student-success/boot-camps for more information and to register.
General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
27029
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
01/17/2024 - 05/10/2024
MoWe
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Open

45 of 48
Seats Available

Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Some materials may be provided by the college and only be available while enrolled in the course.

Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

Class 27029 Students get hands-on experience doing an original research assignment.

This course is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 27029 must also register for one of .
27015

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/16/2024 - 05/10/2024

Open

38 of 48
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.

Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

A lab kit must be purchased from Home Science Tools https://www.homesciencetools.com/product/mcc-hybrid-bio-181-kit/

Class 27015 Students may contact instructor at: francesca.de.martini@mesacc.edu

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 27015 must also register for one of .
27031
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lab
01/17/2024 - 05/10/2024
We
7:30 AM - 10:20 AM

Open

23 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Some materials may be provided by the college and only be available while enrolled in the course.

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 27031 must also register for .
27016

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
01/16/2024 - 05/10/2024

Open

20 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 27016 Students may contact instructor at: francesca.de.martini@mesacc.edu

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 27016 must also register for .
27017

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lab
01/16/2024 - 05/10/2024

Open

18 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 27017 Students may contact instructor at: francesca.de.martini@mesacc.edu

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 27017 must also register for .
BIO240 General Genetics 4 Credits

In depth examination of the field of genetics.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in BIO181, or BIO181XT, or permission of Instructor.

Course Notes: Students may contact the instructor to inquire about waiving the prerequisite.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
32490
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
01/17/2024 - 05/10/2024
MoWe
12:00 PM - 1:50 PM

Open

15 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Some materials may be provided by the college and only be available while enrolled in the course.

Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.

This course is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong
BIO298AA Special Projects 1 Credits

Organized and tailored around the interests and needs of the individual student. Structured to provide an atmosphere of individualized research and study paralleled by professional expertise and guidance. Professional-type facilities and equipment available for student use. Allows the best aspects of independent study and individualized learning to be combined to maximize student development.

Prerequisites: Permission of Program Director or Instructor.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
33092
Dobson Campus

SD Instructor Office
Independent Study
Lab
01/16/2024 - 05/10/2024

Open

4 of 5
Seats Available

Notes: Organized and tailored around the interests and needs of the individual student. Structured to provide an atmosphere of individualized research and study paralleled by professional expertise and guidance. Professional-type facilities and equipment available for student use. Allows the best aspects of independent study and individualized learning to be combined to maximize student development.

Spring Flex Start 2024

BIO181 General Biology (Majors) I 4 Credits

The study and principles of structure and function of organisms at the molecular and cellular levels. A detailed exploration of the chemistry of life, the cell, and genetics.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101. One year of high school or one semester of college-level biology and chemistry is strongly recommended.

Course Notes: It is highly encouraged that you attend the FREE MCC Biology Boot Camp that occurs prior to the beginning of the semester. Participants will review key skills necessary for success; participants will be better prepared for their course. Visit https://www.mesacc.edu/students/foundations-student-success/boot-camps for more information and to register.
General Education Designations: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
27030
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lab
01/22/2024 - 05/10/2024
Mo
7:30 AM - 10:20 AM

Open

22 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Some materials may be provided by the college and only be available while enrolled in the course.

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 27030 must also register for .

Degrees & Awards

Degrees:

Post-doctoral studies (Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ, 2019)

Ph.D. Environmental Life Sciences (Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ, 2016)

Master in Sciences and Bio-Monitoring Technologies (University of Studies of Genova, Italy, 2006)

B.S. Biology (University of Studies Milano-Bicocca, Italy, 2004)

Recognitions:

Spring 2020 PHI THETA KAPPA MENTOR

 

 

 

 

 

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