The format of the course consists of lectures and student presentations drawn from the current literature. The course consists of lectures and readings. Students present and critique scientific reports, take examinations and complete a term paper. Faculty members and students present and discuss classical and current papers. Faculty members use research topics to illustrate biological investigation, scientific ethics, and fundamental questions of biology.
Students discuss assigned readings and complete a term paper.
A permission slip from the program director or instructor is necessary to enroll in this course.