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Research in Biomedical Sciences (Masters Lab Rotation) - MSBS 593A
The goal of the 2 credit Masters laboratory rotation is to give students exposure to scientific research. This is accomplished by students spending at least 60 hours in a research lab, as well as submitting a final report to their mentor and the course director of Research in Biomedical Sciences (Dr. Stephen Garrett). In contrast with a thesis, the research performed in a rotation does not necessarily have to be based on testing a hypothesis. For example, whereas one student might have their own project that is directed at asking a specific, if limited, question, another student might perform tasks that would be geared toward the creation of reagents or analysis of data. In all cases, students are expected to take part in lab discussions and meetings, have a general understanding of the work carried out in the lab, and have an understanding of the utility of their work to the lab.