03-270 Summer Research Institute
3 units, Carnegie Mellon University
This course provides rising sophomores who participate in the Summer Research Institute SRI with training in data analysis and scientific communication to complement their research internships. Before initiating their SRI research projects, students will receive formal instruction in laboratory safety, recordkeeping, use of the scientific literature, and use of essential databases and bioinformatic tools. As they proceed with their projects, they will be mentored to enhance their skills in data interpretation and oral and written communication through discussions, weekly oral presentations of research progress, preparation of two written research reports and a final presentation. SRI students participate in team projects linked to the research programs of MCS faculty. Projects generally involve multidisciplinary approaches involving molecular biology, chemistry, biochemistry, bioinformatics and structural, cellular, or developmental biology. All students receive training in a common set of essential laboratory methods in molecular biology and biochemistry before initiating their specific team projects.
Prerequisites: none listed
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