National calls for reform of undergraduate science education has included a call for increased emphasis on quantitative reasoning in undergraduate biology curricula. As part of my research, I am investigating integration efforts into existing courses across a biology curriculum and the outcome of such efforts.
Efforts to integrate quantitative reasoning in biology include:
Integration into existing biology courses (mostly at the introductory level)
Standalone math/quantitative modules that could be used in various biology courses
Collaborative research experiences in Math and Biology for undergraduate students
New math courses designed specifically for the life sciences
New math-y biology courses
Quantitative reasoning in undergraduate biology: student attitudes and skills
Prospective graduate students and interested undergraduate students should contact Dr. Kissoon-Charles with questions.
Former Student: Deanna Means
Collaborators: Tina Hopper and Jennifer Momsen
Mathematical Modeling of Natural Phenomena – Special issue (2011, v6)
PRIMUS – Special Issue (2010, v20)
EDDIE Modules - lots of great assessments that are ready for use in your classroom! I have used a few of these modules in my Water Resources and Freshwater Ecosystems courses. These modules come with most of what you need from recommended readings to real data!
National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis (NIMBioS)
Spreadsheet Tutorials from HMMI Biointeractive
The Math You Need, When You Need It – Math Tutorials for students