Biology and Society: Contemporary Issues

A lecture and discussion course for senior biology majors focusing on a critical analysis of selected subjects encompassing current biological developments in the context of their ethical, scientific, and economic impact on human social systems. This course is designed to permit students to develop interpretative and analytical skills and to explore their own intellectual and practical responses to the impact of biological advances on society. Using primary literature, students are expected to write and discuss a number of their papers; one of these will be a long paper in conjunction with an oral presentation.

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