Three lecture-hours and one 150 minute laboratory session weekly. A critical study of current topics in biology utilizing original literature. Each student participates in weekly discussions based on current readings and makes a formal oral presentation on a specific subject investigated in depth. The student then chairs the discussion of that topic at the seminar. This course is normally taken during the junior year.
Emphasis is on laboratory and library research.
Students pursue individual research projects under faculty supervision. Each student must submit an oral and written report at the close of BI 451.