Description
Study of original research problems under the direction of a faculty member. Students will be involved in all aspects of the research project including framing hypotheses, designing experiments, analyzing data, and drawing conclusions. Students are expected to learn how to work independently and to provide the self-motivation to make a significant contribution to the research project. Students will write a final paper on their research and will present their results in an oral seminar (CHE 352). Two 2-credit semesters of research are required. Only credits taken in junior/senior year can be applied to the requirements of the major. An approved research-based internship may substitute for one or both semesters. Research opportunities related to biochemistry, chemistry, and forensic science are available.