120.872.01
Special Studies-Current Topics in BMB
Location
East Baltimore
Term
1st Term
Department
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Credit(s)
1
Academic Year
2017 - 2018
Instruction Method
TBD
W, F, 12:00 - 12:50pm
Auditors Allowed
No
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Contact Name
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Resources
Introduces students to the faculty and to current research being conducted in their respective laboratories within the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and by other training faculty of the Cancer Biology Training Program. Informs doctoral students about research opportunities in each laboratory and allows them to make informed decisions about their choices for laboratory rotations during their first year. Similarly, informs current MHS students who are considering the ScM Program during the second year about potential research opportunities in laboratories of BMB faculty. Provides time for faculty presentation, student questions and further discussion.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
- Understand the research interests and scientific approaches of the training faculty
- Make informed decisions regarding laboratory rotations during the first year for doctoral students
- Investigate areas of potential interest for master's students considering the option of pursuing laboratory research toward the ScM degree during their second year
- Initiate a dialogue between students and faculty about various aspects of scientific research encompassed by the departmental training program