BI 369L - Cell&MolecularNeuroscienceLab

This lab course explores the interaction between the environment and behavior in the model organism, Drosophila melanogaster (fruit fly). Students enrolled in this course will design an independent research project devoted to understanding how a particular environmental stressor impacts behavior in Drosophila. To facilitate this investigation, students will be exposed to various behavioral assays and fly culturing techniques. Students in this course will also gain experience in researching a particular area of study, developing a scientific research proposal, and preparing a poster presentation based on their final results.