CHEM 160JBiochemistry Research Laboratory
Introduction to hypothesis-driven laboratory research. Students collectively design and execute a novel research project that addresses a question about macromolecular structure, function, or regulation. Working individually and in small groups, students learn aspects of experimental design, literature and public data base research, data analysis and interpretation, and scientific collaboration. Learned laboratory techniques include molecular cloning, recombinant protein expression and purification, and biochemical assay implementation. Enrollment is by instructor consent.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 8L and completion of or enrollment in BIOC 100A, BIOL 100, or CHEM 103. Enrollment is by instructor consent.
- Instructor approval is required. There is an application process for this course and final decisions will be communicated by September 1. Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScwVl_HAD5ickcF3TdYODSze2qD-ekEF3X28uZNve_-2fGEOw/viewform?usp=dialog
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When it runs
Fall 2026Open Fall 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Laboratory | Tue Thu 11:40am–1:15pm | PhysSciences 341 | M. D. Stone | Open 0/16 |
Fall 2025Open Fall 2025
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Laboratory | Tue Thu 11:40am–1:15pm | PhysSciences 341 | M. D. Stone | Open 15/16 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Stone | 4.5 / 5 | 3.0 / 5 | 100% | 20 |
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