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Newsworthy Topics in Contemporary Life Sciences

Scientists constantly make groundbreaking discoveries, some of which receive attention by the press. This course, designed for non-scientists, provides the scientific background to appreciate these reports more fully. We discuss three exciting topics in the life sciences: stem cells, cancer, and infectious diseases. (4 credits)
BIOS E-102 Newsworthy Topics in Contemporary Life Sciences (23074)
Spring term
William J. Anderson, PhD, Senior Lecturer in Stem Cell and Regenerative Biology, Harvard University
Class times: Thursdays beginning Jan. 31, 7:40-9:40 pm.
Course tuition: noncredit $1,045, undergraduate credit $1,045, graduate credit $2,000