120.852.01 Core Research Literature

Description:

Provides a complement to the BCMB core curriculum. Student reads research papers relating to a core lecture topic. Discussions are led by a student while a faculty member from Biochemistry or MMI act as facilitator. Helps students to develop skills in reading the primary literature and provides an introduction to the experimental paradigms underlying the concepts presented in the core course.

Learning Objectives:

Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:

1. N/A

Methods of Assessment:

Reading assignment preparation and class participation

Instructor Consent:

Consent required for some students

Consent Note:

Any students not in the BMB or MMI core coursework need consent.

For consent, contact:

fbryant@jhsph.edu

Jointly Offered With:

• Biochem

Special Comments:

Requirement for students in the Departments of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, and Molecular Microbiology & Immunology enrolled in core curriculum