Catalyst Seminar
The Catalyst Seminar is designed to introduce students to undergraduate research opportunities in the chemical and life sciences. The seminar uses a blended format, with 4 class meetings during the semester during which students hear overviews of faculty research and meet potential research mentors. The remainder of the course consists of online activities that introduce students to the culture of scientific research, including communication, ethics, and peer review.
The Catalyst Seminar is intended for students who:
Are majoring in (or have an interest in) chemistry, biochemistry, neuroscience, or biology
Have completed one semester of General Chemistry or Introductory Biology (e.g., CHEM 131, BSCI 160, BSCI 170 or their equivalents)
Maintain a 3.0 overall grade point average
Students interested in the Catalyst Seminar should enroll in either BSCI 279H or BSCI 279C. BSCI 279H is open to students in the Honors College. BSCI 279C is open to any student by permission. Interested students should contact Dr. Kaci Thompson (kaci@umd.edu) to request an electronic stamp.
See the syllabus for more details on course content.