BIOL 1940U - Topics in Ethnobotany

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Brown University

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Description:

This seminar will focus on the field of ethnobotany with an emphasis placed but not limited to North and South America. We will consider the interactive relationship between people and plants, including how plants are used medicinally, socially and economically. Other topics will include plant extractions and phytochemicals, and their role in society. Students will research and report on scientific papers in a roundtable discussion format. Prerequisites: BIOL 0190E, BIOL 0200 or equivalent placement; and at least one of the following:BIOL 0420, 0430, 0440, or 0500.

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0.00 - 1.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.brown.edu

Phone Number:

(401) 863-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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