BME 188ASynthetic Biology--Mentored Research A
This two-credit course is the first of three courses in a 12-credit collaborative research project available to students in physical sciences, and biomolecular engineering intended to satisfy the capstone requirement. Provides a multidisciplinary, collaborative research experience working on a project in synthetic biology. Working with one or more research faculty, student teams complete a substantial project. Multiple oral/written presentations are required, including a formal conference presentation. Prerequisite(s): BME 180. Enrollment is restricted to juniors and seniors. Enrollment is by instructor permission.
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When it runs
Spring 2026Open Spring 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Laboratory | Mon 4:00pm–7:00pm | J Baskin Engr 169 | D. L. Bernick | Open 16/18 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Bernick | 4.5 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 100% | 29 |
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