BMS-580: Capstone

This culminating experience allows students to integrate the biomedical knowledge and research skills acquired throughout the program to develop a scholarly product. This involves formulating a focused research question or project goal, synthesizing relevant literature and scientific principles, and designing and completing a scholarly project with appropriate methodology, analysis, and interpretation of results. Students are required to demonstrate effective scientific communication in both written and oral formats, drafting professional-quality reports and delivering oral presentations, while also incorporating feedback to refine their work. The course prompts students to reflect on their professional growth and articulate future career goals, composing reflections on their development, identifying gained skills aligned with career paths, and developing a personalized professional development plan. While the UPIKE program is described as a non-thesis curriculum, this course outcome structure aligns with a significant capstone project or scholarly product. This course aligns with program outcomes in applying scientific reasoning, communicating information, and identifying career paths/planning. Pre-req: Minimum of 12 credits completed in the program.