Biomedical Research (BMR)
A molecular and cell biological study of the structure and function of nucleic acids and proteins.
A molecular and cell biological study of the structure of cells and of cellular metabolism.
An advanced molecular and cell biological study of cell metabolism and the regulation of cell function.
A molecular and cell biological study of the basis of diseases prevalent in Appalachia
An application-oriented course in statistical concepts and techniques aimed at prospective researchers in the biomedical sciences.
To study and understand the structure and function of the nervous system and disorders of neuronal function.
Pre-req: BMR 600 with a minimum grade of C.
To study and understand the structure and function of the nervous system and disorders of neuronal function.
Pre-req: BMR 628.
Published articles in the neuroscience literature will be presented by all class members. Each presentation will include background introduction methods, results, and discussion of the neuroscience research.
An in-depth discussion of current literature in developmental biology with emphasis on early embryo development, morphogenesis, lineage determination and regulation of of developmental process.
Pre-req: BIC 628.
Responsible conduct of research, including human subjects, live vertebrate animals, conflict of interest, mentor.mentee responsibilities, collaborative research, peer review, data management, research misconduct, and responsible authorship, with case discussions.
This graduate level course is designed to give senior undergraduates and graduate students an introduction to the pharmacological, cellular, and molecular components of drug addiction. Topics that will be discussed include: dependence on, tolerance to, and relapse for a range of drugs including opiates, psychostimulants, alcohol, cannabinoids, and nicotine.
Pre-req: BMR 628 (may be taken concurrently) with a minimum grade of C.
This is a mentored journal club for graduate students covering selected areas of current interest in cancer biology research.
Biomedical graduate students are trained to plan, prepare and deliver effective scientific presentations.
Biomedical graduate students are trained to plan, prepare and deliver effective scientific presentations.
A seminar course where published articles in the field of obesity and obesity-related diseases are presented and discussed.
A seminar-style series that will focus on recent advances in topics related to cardiovascular disease.
Students gain experience in teaching using a variety of methods in a supervised setting.
Mentored journal club preparation with monthly presentation in cellular and molecular biology research.
Intensive study of a selected topic or problem. Emphasizes independent study.
Study and discussion of current topics related to the Biomedical Sciences.
Directed research activities requiring a completed prospectus for an advanced research project, a written report, or a research thesis. A minimum of three (3) hours required for all M.S. candidates.