Organismal Biology Lab

This laboratory is a genuine research experience course where students contribute to original research in a field of organismal biology. The course consists of two modules: In the first module, students will perform a drug screen for novel compounds that influence animal behavior by altering nervous system function. In the second module, students will explore how the microbiome of animals is important for health and social interactions. Students work collaboratively to collect and analyze data and communicate their findings through oral and written formats.