CHEM 160J: Biochem Research Lab
University of California, Santa Cruz
Introduction to hypothesis-driven laboratory research. Students collectively design and execute a novel research project that addresses a question about macromolecular structure, function, or regulation. Working individually and in small groups, students learn aspects of experimental design, literature and public data base research, data analysis and interpretation, and scientific collaboration. Learned laboratory techniques include molecular cloning, recombinant protein expression and purification, and biochemical assay implementation. Enrollment is by instructor consent.
Average GPA: 3.85
Grade distribution records: 45 students across 3 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A | 31 | 68.9% |
| A- | 10 | 22.2% |
| B+ | 1 | 2.2% |
| B | 3 | 6.7% |
Based on 45 student grade records across 3 terms and 2 professors.
Instructors
- Seth M Rubin 30 students, Average GPA 3.83
- Michael D Stone 15 students, Average GPA 3.90