Directed Research in Virology

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In this lab-based course, students perform project-based research on the cellular and molecular mechanisms of virology. Students use classical virological, tissue cell culture, and molecular biology techniques. Students read and discuss primary scientific literature in a lab meeting setting, write a research paper and present their research findings in a talk or poster. Class meets weekly for one-four hour block (1 hour of lecture and 3 hours of lab) and students are expected to work independently, with instructor oversight, outside of scheduled class time for an additional three hours per week.