Biology Research Initiative (CURE) I. (1-6) 3 Credit Hours

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Prerequisite: BIO 1203 , BIO 1201 , BIO 1223 , and BIO 1221 with a grade of "C-" or better or the equivalent. Restricted to students who have completed 30 or more hours. The organizing principles of biology (such as molecular and cellular functions, reproduction, development, homeostatic mechanisms, and organismal physiology and behavior) are used within a comparative and evolutionary framework to train students in modern laboratory or field techniques, bioinformatics, experimental design, and interpretation of results. This is the first semester of a year-long course-based research experience (CURE) in which students complete an original research project and present results to stakeholders outside of the classroom. (Same as ES 2003 . Credit cannot be earned for both BIO 2073 and ES 2003 .) Generally offered: Fall. Course Fee: LRS1 $46.20; STSI $21.60; L001 $30; IUS1 $15.