General Biology I
This foundational course explores the structure and function of cells, metabolic pathways, and the building blocks of life. Learn how biology powers our understanding of energy, nutrition, and cellular aging.
- Topics: Cell membranes, organelles, enzymes, photosynthesis, respiration
- Projects: Nutrition tracking app, skincare ingredient analysis
- Tools: Microscope simulation, AI-powered cell modeling
- Cell Membranes: Understand diffusion, osmosis, and active transport through real-life nutrient absorption models.
- Organelles: Explore mitochondria, ribosomes, and more by connecting their functions to health and disease.
- Enzymes: Learn how enzymes speed up chemical reactions and why they’re used in skincare and digestion.
- Photosynthesis & Respiration: Compare energy conversion in plants vs. humans, linking to metabolism and diet.
General Biology II
This course introduces genetics, evolution, and ecology. Analyze how traits are inherited, how species adapt, and how ecosystems thrive or collapse.
- Topics: Mendelian genetics, DNA structure, population biology
- Projects: Family ancestry maps, climate-resilient species modeling
- Tools: Gene editing simulators, CRISPR visualizations
- Mendelian Genetics: Predict inheritance patterns using Punnett squares and model real-world traits.
- DNA Structure: Discover how the double helix codes for proteins, and explore mutations and therapies.
- Population Biology: Learn about species interactions, growth curves, and ecological succession through data sets and visualizations.
Human Anatomy
Examine each system of the body in detail—from the cardiovascular to the nervous system. Understand how our body maintains balance, movement, and cognition.
- Topics: Muscular, endocrine, digestive, and reproductive systems
- Projects: Hormone diary, fitness tracker analysis, posture redesign
- Tools: 3D anatomical models, wearable integration
- Muscular System: Analyze muscle structure and movement with strength testing activities.
- Endocrine System: Trace hormonal signaling and feedback loops in growth, mood, and metabolism.
- Digestive System: Follow the journey of nutrients and water from ingestion to absorption.
- Reproductive System: Learn about gamete formation, hormonal control, and reproductive health.
Microbiology
Explore the role of microorganisms in health and disease. Understand how viruses spread, how probiotics work, and how immunity protects us.
- Topics: Bacteria, fungi, viruses, immune defense, vaccination
- Projects: Handwashing lab, immune response animation
- Tools: Virtual lab bench, microbe catalog builder
- Bacteria: Classify bacteria by shape and behavior, including antibiotic resistance and microbiome impact.
- Fungi: Understand the role of fungi in decomposition, infection, and fermentation.
- Viruses: Study how viruses hijack host cells, with a focus on COVID-19 and HPV.
- Immune Defense: Learn the difference between innate and adaptive immunity through case studies.
Advanced Biotechnology
Investigate gene editing, synthetic biology, and wearable diagnostics. Design your own bio-product prototype and understand startup ethics.
- Topics: CRISPR, genomics, lab-grown tissues, bioprinting
- Projects: Startup pitch deck, synthetic food model, lab-on-a-chip
- Tools: Bioinformatics software, wearable data APIs
- CRISPR: Explore how gene editing works and its implications for inherited diseases.
- Genomics: Analyze large-scale DNA data to predict disease risk and drug responses.
- Lab-Grown Tissues: Discover how scientists replicate organs for transplantation.
- Bioprinting: Learn how 3D printers are used to build biological materials.
Neuroscience & Mental Wellness
Understand the biology of the brain and its impact on behavior and health. Examine how neurotransmitters, hormones, and neuroplasticity influence mood and cognition.
- Topics: Brain anatomy, stress, sleep, learning, neurodiversity
- Projects: Mood journal, meditation impact report, cognitive game
- Tools: EEG headsets, brain-computer interface demos
- Brain Anatomy: Map major brain regions and their roles in movement, memory, and emotion.
- Stress: Discover how cortisol and adrenaline affect physical and mental health.
- Sleep: Explore circadian rhythms and how sleep cycles regulate cognition.
- Neurodiversity: Understand diverse brain wiring through autism, ADHD, and learning models.
Ecology & Environmental Health
Connect ecosystems to community health and climate resilience. Learn how biodiversity loss and pollution affect well-being.
- Topics: Food webs, biomes, pollution, conservation
- Projects: Urban eco-audit, green school initiative, plastic impact map
- Tools: GIS tools, biodiversity field kits, air quality monitors
- Food Webs: Visualize interdependence between species and energy flow in habitats.
- Biomes: Compare ecosystems across the globe and how they are shifting with climate change.
- Pollution: Study air, water, and soil pollutants and their biological consequences.
- Conservation: Examine species restoration, green design, and sustainability practices.
Bioinformatics & Data Skills
Use computational tools to analyze biological data. Learn the basics of Python and explore genetic datasets and disease patterns.
- Topics: Sequence alignment, gene databases, SNP analysis
- Projects: Personalized genome browser, COVID variant tracker
- Tools: BLAST, Ensembl, Google Colab notebooks
- Sequence Alignment: Match DNA strands and detect mutations across species.
- Gene Databases: Navigate NCBI, Ensembl, and other tools to extract insights from genetic data.
- SNP Analysis: Discover how single-nucleotide polymorphisms influence health risks.
Biology + AI Workshop
Merge AI and biology through creative prototyping. Discover how machine learning transforms diagnostics, drug design, and health personalization.
- Topics: Deep learning, biological imaging, AI in diagnostics
- Projects: Protein folding simulator, chatbot for biology help
- Tools: TensorFlow, AlphaFold, Hugging Face models
- Deep Learning: Understand how neural networks mimic biological learning and pattern recognition.
- Biological Imaging: Explore image analysis in cell scans and tissue samples using AI models.
- AI in Diagnostics: Use real-world datasets to build prediction models for diseases and health outcomes.