Experiment. Fail. Learn. Repeat: A Journey Through Biology Research and College Success

Experiment. Fail. Learn. Repeat. These four words describe how science and college really work. In this course, we’ll journey through the world of biological research while unpacking the unspoken rules that shape student success - known as the ‘hidden curriculum.’ We’ll learn how to ask impactful scientific questions, choose the best research design (from case-control studies to cohort studies to randomized controlled trials), and build a data analysis plan to help get you the evidence you need to address your research question. Along the way, we’ll demystify the peer-review process, decode how authorship works in science, and explore the ethical considerations in human subjects research. Finally, this course is about more than just science. It’s also designed to help you thrive from your first day on a college campus.