The application of biology will have significant effects on society and individuals in the next half-century. Students understand the issues raised by research in areas such as the human genome project, genetic engineering, multiple drug resistance, environmental pollution, and the biochemical and neurological basis of consciousness. The course explores the living world using various approaches and techniques, such as laboratory-based simulations and databases.
Students develop the skills to work independently and collaborate with other schools in different regions to conduct scientific research.
