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2025-2026 Franklin & Marshall College Catalog 
  
2025-2026 Franklin & Marshall College Catalog
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CHM 451 - Biochemical and Biophysical Techniques


Description
Students will apply and integrate their prior chemistry and biochemistry knowledge to explore biological systems through reading recent scientific papers. This capstone course is designed to help students transition out of formal education and prepare them for the next step in their careers. The capabilities and limitations of modern experimental tools will be a theme throughout. Students will practice identifying and quickly learning new concepts as needed. Not only will students develop original research ideas, they will learn to communicate their ideas in compelling and convincing ways to different audiences. The course will provide practice in communication skills such as oral presentation and visual design. Open to senior Chemistry and Biochemistry and Molecular Biology majors and offered every Spring.
Prerequisite
CHM 321  AND CHM 212  AND (CHM 351  OR BIO 334 ).

Credits: 1

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