Independent research project under the direction of a faculty sponsor for seniors in biomedical sciences and in the Honors Program. Final product is a written thesis. One or two semesters.

The Biosciences Sophomore/Junior Seminar is tailored for Biological Sciences and Biotechnology students in their sophomore or junior years. This seminar serves as a platform to help students plan for and work towards the successful completion of their Capstone project during their senior year. In addition, the seminar is intended to proactively prepare students for careers in the biosciences through refinement of professional and career skills useful for applications for jobs or further education.

Advanced students with microbiology experience will participate in a research project focused on the discovery of novel antibiotics from soil bacteria. Each student will work with faculty to generate hypotheses and carry out one or more short antibiotic discovery and/or antibacterial chemical experiments. Satisfies the Advanced Microbiology requirement for Biotechnology majors. No credit earned if previously taken BSCI 797/Antibiotic Discov Research and BSCI 798/Antibiotic Discovery.

Students assist in teaching labs in undergraduate courses supervised by the lab coordinator/instructor. Responsibilities include facilitating lab endeavors, giving a presentation, and writing a report.