Doctoral students must also show sufficient evidence of high attainment in scholarship and the ability to engage in independent research. The course emphasizes new methods in molecular and cell biology. Emphasizes the formulation of hypothesis and experimental design and critical review of literature. The course also covers ethical issues and writing styles for scientific papers and research grant proposals. Emphasis is on general pharmacologic principles and drugs used in dental practice.
Students complete a summer research project or term paper.
Students complete a summer research project or term paper. With DOCB 606, the course provides necessary and sufficient information for neuroscience track students with a focus in pharmacology. An overview of the department's three research tracks, and the teaching, research focus, and interests of faculty members. Offered fall semester, two one-hour sessions per week. Offered spring semester.