Students in this course will uncover key principles of genetics and molecular biology through investigation of case studies of human disease and novel therapeutic approaches in development. This course will require close reading and discussion of primary literature and will emphasize and support the development of critical skills in scientific communication. Students will utilize a variety of mediums to convey scientific information to a range of audiences in a series of projects completed during the quarter. Prerequisites: BIO 82, BIO 83 and BIO 86 or equivalent.
3 units · Letter or Credit/No Credit
Students in this course will uncover key principles of genetics and molecular biology through investigation of case studies of human disease and novel therapeutic approaches in development. This course will require close reading and discussion of primary literature and will emphasize and support the development of critical skills in scientific communication. Students will utilize a variety of mediums to convey scientific information to a range of audiences in a series of projects completed during the quarter. Prerequisites: BIO 82, 83 and 86 or equivalent.
Offered in Spring 2026 at Stanford University.