2010-11 Catalog

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Offering Description

Undergraduate Research in Scientific Inquiry with L. McKinstry

Fall, Winter and Spring quarters

Faculty: Lydia McKinstry organic chemistry

Fields of Study: chemistry

Fall: Signature Required Students should contact the faculty for more information.  

Winter: Enrollment Accepting New Students  Signature Required Students should contact the faculty for more information.  

Spring: Enrollment Accepting New Students  Signature Required Students should contact the faculty for more information.  

Credits: Variable Credit Options

Variable Credit Options: seat availability and credit options vary per quarter.

Class Standing: Sophomore - Senior

Offered During: Day

Description

Rigorous quantitative and qualitative research is an important component of academic learning in Scientific Inquiry. This independent learning opportunity allows advanced students to delve into real-world research with faculty who are currently engaged in specific projects. Students typically begin by working in apprenticeship with faculty or laboratory staff and gradually take on more independent projects within the context of the specific research program as they gain experience. Students can develop vital skills in research design, data acquisition and interpretation, written and oral communication, collaboration, and critical thinking that are valuable for students pursuing a graduate degree or entering the job market.

Lydia McKinstry (organic chemistry) is interested in organic synthesis research, including asymmetric synthesis methodology, chemical reaction dynamics and small molecule synthesis. One specific study involves the design and synthesis of enzyme inhibitor molecules to be used as effective laboratory tools with which to study the mechanistic steps of programmed cell death (e.g. in cancer cells). Students with a background in organic chemistry and biology will gain experience with the laboratory techniques of organic synthesis as well as the techniques of spectroscopy.

Preparatory for studies or careers in: chemistry, health sciences.

Campus Location: Olympia

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