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Rigor & Reproducibility in Biological Research

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
1/26/26 - 5/13/26
Th 1:30p.m. – 3:15p.m.		 Wh-Peters W03-0022 Biol Conf R 2 $1771 (guest students)
Date
1/26/26 - 5/13/26
Time
Th 1:30p.m. – 3:15p.m.
Location
Wh-Peters W03-0022 Biol Conf R
Credits
2
Min. Tuition*
$1771 (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.

Guest registration opens January 12

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

1/26/2026 - 5/13/2026

Location

Wh-Peters W03-0022 Biol Conf R

Enrolled / Capacity

14 / 12

Status

Closed

Instructor

Juliet Girard

Tuition*

$1771 (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.

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