Readings in Biomaterials and Biomimetics

Catalog description

Readings in Biomaterials Science is a 1 credit independent study course. Students taking this course will review current literature on an advanced biomaterials-related topic and summarize this literature in report form consistent with a review paper. The topic is to be determined by the student in conjunction with one of the faculty members in the Division of Biomaterials who will act as a mentor on the project. Students are encouraged to interact extensively with their mentors on this project. They are encouraged to choose an advanced topic that is current and specific in scope so that the numbers of available references are manageable. Broad topics are discouraged. According to accreditation guidelines a 1-credit independent study course should represent at least 25 hours of total preparation time — a combination of literature survey, review, and report writing. All submitted work must be original and submitted reports and presentations will be graded according to the 25-hour standard. Note: This course may be taken up to four times during the student’s participation in the Masters program.