ID 498A - Interdisciplinary Library Research in the Natural Sciences

Units: 1

In-depth reading and researching of the literature on current interdisciplinary issues in the sciences. The student must develop an independent study project in consultation with a primary research advisor from biology, chemistry, physics, or psychology and a secondary research advisor from a second discipline. The student must write a research paper (approximately 10-20 pages) summarizing the current knowledge of the subject. The paper should include a list of literature citations in the accepted format for the primary field. An independent study contract must be completed and signed by both primary and secondary research advisors by the end of the second week of classes. Enrollment restricted to students who have obtained consent of both instructors. Enrollment Requirements: Enrollment Requirement: At least one course in the primary subject area with a grade of B or better.