This course is an introduction to the basic principles of biology by focusing on humans as biological creatures. Topics include basic chemistry of life; cell and tissue structure; human body structure and functioning (basics of human anatomy and physiology, interaction of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, blood, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems); human reproduction and development; human genetics and human ecology.- Teacher: Afet Arkut