Value of marine resources. The development of the field of endocrinology and its impact on our understanding of certain human, animal, and plant behaviors. Legal and social consequences of the discoveries in the field. Emphasis on how scientists make discoveries, group problem-solving with the Internet, and effective presentations of solutions, both orally and in written form. Problem-based learning approach.
Emphasis is placed on effective communication through oral or written challenges.
A study of the on-going conflict between parasites and their human and animal hosts with a consideration of the effects of parasitic disease upon civilization. Three Credits Spring Semester Explores the history and epidemiology of medical issues of women and disease processes. Methodological and historical approaches to understanding reality from scientific and religious perspectives. Two hours of laboratory per week. Laboratory work stresses classical, population and molecular genetics research techniques.