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Rigor & Reproducibility in Biological Research

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
1/27/25 - 5/14/25
Th 1:30p.m. – 3:15p.m.		 M01-0318 2 $1705 (guest students)
Date
1/27/25 - 5/14/25
Time
Th 1:30p.m. – 3:15p.m.
Location
M01-0318
Credits
2
Min. Tuition*
$1705 (guest students)

Description

This course examines the factors that improve or impede reproducibility in biological research. Specific topics include the nature of biological variables in research and how to factor them into experimental design; common pitfalls in experimental design and statistical analysis of data in biological research; strategies to improve reproducibility, including rigorous experimental design, unbiased data analysis, authentication of research reagents and resources, and enhanced transparency in reporting.

Prerequisites

Graduate degree student in Biological sciences or permission.

This course is closed for registration.

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

1/27/2025 - 5/14/2025

Location

M01-0318

Enrolled / Capacity

1 / 12

Status

Closed

Instructor

Juliet Girard

Tuition*

$1705 (guest students)

* The tuition estimate is based on minimum, single-course cost to a new student who is a Massachusetts resident and not enrolled in a multi-course program. State residency, online/in person modality, and matriculation to a degree program may affect cost.

Tuition Details