BECOMING A SCIENTIST: DOING BIOLOGY RESEARCH

BIOCORE 587

A capstone course to build on and integrate the knowledge and skills gained in previous Biocore coursework through readings and analysis of primary scientific literature. Work in small groups to analyze current and emerging topics through the lens of scientific research. Topics include signaling pathways, systems biology, genetic disease, and cancer.

BIOCORE 486

Experience the process of science by collaborating on independent experiments to investigate your questions about animal and plant physiology. Emphasis is on critical thinking required in designing and conducting experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, and communicating findings orally and in writing.

GENETICS 695

Explore the biological science PhD student experience, from the initial stages of consideration through applications and interviews, to graduate student life and career opportunities. Reflect on personal goals and the nature of graduate study to confirm that a research-focused PhD is right for you. Consider whether to apply this year or later on, in light of admissions expectations and personal readiness. Identify research areas, PhD programs, and prospective advisors of interest. Improve application materials, strengthen interview skills, and consider individual priorities for selecting a program.

BIOCORE 382

Writing-intensive with opportunities to make observations and generate and test questions. Includes ecology field trips and research projects that focus on genetics and evolution.

BIOCORE 384

Writing-intensive with opportunities to generate and test questions utilizing concepts and procedures of cell biology. Includes research projects in subcellular fractionation, protein structure and enzyme catalysis, molecular genetics of C.elegans worms, and signal transduction in yeast.