Chemists have always been interested in understanding patterns in their data. The scientific method uses observations to create theories and models to understand physical phenomena. Data science algorithms allow us to find unexpected patterns in chemical data. New chemical theories can be developed using a combination of data from either experiment or simulation, algorithms and physical insight. This class uses the case method providing three challenge problems to find hidden chemical rules from large chemical data sets through algorithms and physical insight.

Forensic chemists apply their knowledge of analytical chemistry to the identification of trace unknowns present in a crime scene. In this course, the function of chemical instrumentation such as chromatography, spectroscopy, and microscopy will be discussed. In addition, we will investigate how this instrumentation can be used for the analysis of various types of physical evidence, such as inks, fibers, drugs, and arson/explosion evidence.

How do you see the invisible? From viruses to pollen to cells breaking away from a tumor, the natural world is full of things that can be transparent, tiny, and fragile. To explore these worlds, scientists employ a wide variety of microscopes and it is important to understand how they work. What are the basic techniques in light and electron microscopy? What information is obtainable from these different instruments? In this seminar class, we will explore multiple microscopy applications.

In this course we will consider the biochemical and cellular characteristics that are shared by all living creatures due to our common heritage, as well as the incredible diversity of different forms and functions that evolution has produced. We will then take a closer look at the diversity of life represented among plants and animals, exploring the cellular, anatomical, and physiological systems that have evolved to help organisms live in their physical and chemical environment.

In this course we will consider the biochemical and cellular characteristics that are shared by all living creatures due to our common heritage, as well as the incredible diversity of different forms and functions that evolution has produced. We will then take a closer look at the diversity of life represented among plants and animals, exploring the cellular, anatomical, and physiological systems that have evolved to help organisms live in their physical and chemical environment.

In this course we will consider the biochemical and cellular characteristics that are shared by all living creatures due to our common heritage, as well as the incredible diversity of different forms and functions that evolution has produced. We will then take a closer look at the diversity of life represented among plants and animals, exploring the cellular, anatomical, and physiological systems that have evolved to help organisms live in their physical and chemical environment.

In this course we will consider the biochemical and cellular characteristics that are shared by all living creatures due to our common heritage, as well as the incredible diversity of different forms and functions that evolution has produced. We will then take a closer look at the diversity of life represented among plants and animals, exploring the cellular, anatomical, and physiological systems that have evolved to help organisms live in their physical and chemical environment.

In this course we will consider the biochemical and cellular characteristics that are shared by all living creatures due to our common heritage, as well as the incredible diversity of different forms and functions that evolution has produced. We will then take a closer look at the diversity of life represented among plants and animals, exploring the cellular, anatomical, and physiological systems that have evolved to help organisms live in their physical and chemical environment.

In this course we will consider the biochemical and cellular characteristics that are shared by all living creatures due to our common heritage, as well as the incredible diversity of different forms and functions that evolution has produced. We will then take a closer look at the diversity of life represented among plants and animals, exploring the cellular, anatomical, and physiological systems that have evolved to help organisms live in their physical and chemical environment.

Since the 1970s, artists have been exploring ways to leave their studios in order to engage in the act of making art directly in the world. Through research, readings, discussions, writing assignments, and creative projects this course will investigate the artists and artworks that have moved beyond traditional studio practice to interrupt, intervene, and engage with site, community, and environment. Students will work with a wide range of everyday materials to generate projects that address issues particular to contemporary sculpture while solving a set of conceptual problems.