This course covers a wide variety of topics from the nervous system and the brain, to learning and memory, disorders and treatment, and social psychology.

Neuroscientists study everything from the electrical activity of individual brain cells to the behavior of animals and people. In the course, students will learn how to measure human brain waves, interpret data using statistical analysis, and read, write and think like a scientist.

Get ready to unlock the secrets of genetics in this hands-on course where you'll explore the amazing relationship between genes, proteins, and the traits that make us unique!

This course will introduce students to basic biomedical concepts and measurements, as well as lay a foundation for understanding and using technical terminology employed by pre-clinical students and medical professionals.

This course introduces a wide range of tools and technologies used by today’s forensic scientists. Through hands-on activities and demonstrations, students will learn how evidence is collected, preserved, and interpreted.

This course will explore the science of well-being and what influences happiness. Specifically, research has found that happiness is strongly tied to our social connections and feelings of meaning, and that happiness can be influenced by intentional behaviors.

Social psychology is the captivating scientific journey into how your thoughts, feelings, and actions are shaped by interactions with other people and the world around you. In this course we will talk about personality, emotions, relationships, judgements, and more.

In this immersive course, students will explore the evolution of plants from algae to angiosperms, tracing key milestones that shaped modern plant lineages. We’ll take a field trip to visit the City Park Botanical Garden, where students will investigate diverse plant forms.

Throughout this week-long course, we will discuss taxonomy, diversity/adaptations, behavior, conservation, and monitoring techniques as they relate to Louisiana mammals.

This course offers high school students an exciting opportunity to explore the fascinating world of reptiles and amphibians native to Louisiana.