BIO 3352 & 4351: Research Methods in Biology: Home

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BIO-3352  Research Methods in Biology

Prequisites: Biology Core and General Chemistry with a C or better and any 3000- or 4000-level biology course. Under supervision of biology faculty mentors, students will select a research project, write a literature review and research proposal, conduct preliminary experiments, and write a research report. Research methods and experimental design will be emphasized, including the location and study of articles from the professional literature. One 2-hour lecture period per week. Students must also schedule time for consultation with the supervising faculty member and for 6 hours of library/laboratory work per week.

BIO 4351 Sr Research in Biology

Prequisites: Biology Core and General Chemistry with a C or better. Under supervision of biology faculty mentors, students will extend the research project begun in BIO 3352, and write and present a formal professional research paper. Data analysis and professional writing will be emphasized. Students will also attend research presentations by area professionals. One 2-hour lecture period per week. Students must also schedule time for consultation with the supervising faculty member and for 6 hours of library/laboratory work per week.