A first-year seminar introducing major questions in microbiome study, foundational research skills, and department resources.
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MICROBIO 299
Independent Study
1–3 creditsMICROBIO 299 is an independent study course allowing students to conduct research in microbiology under faculty guidance.
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Spring 2022–Fall 2025 · limited sampleCovers the basic biology of microorganisms, including their structure, function, physiology, genetics, ecology, diversity, and evolution.
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The course covers extensive material, and exams are described as difficult and cryptic. Students report that test questions often include details not explicitly covered in lectures or slides.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026MICROBIO 699
Special Problems
1–4 creditsMICROBIO 699 is an independent study course allowing students to conduct advanced microbiology research under faculty guidance.
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