BIOL 200ACritical Analysis of Scientific Literature
Development of critical thinking skills via discussion of research articles on a broad range of topics. Prepares students to critically evaluate research publications, and improves their ability to organize effective oral presentations and to evaluate the oral presentations of other scientists.
Enrollment is restricted to graduate students in MCD biology, or by permission of instructor.
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When it runs
Fall 2026Open Fall 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Thu 1:30pm–5:00pm | BiomedSci 200 | J. Ward, C. Greider | Open 8/15 |
Fall 2025Open Fall 2025
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Thu 1:30pm–5:00pm | BiomedSci 200 | C. Greider, V. C. Cortez | Open 14/15 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordan Ward | 3.8 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 75% | 24 |
| Carol Greider | 4.7 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 100% | 6 |
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