Plant Sciences (PLSCI)Agriculture and Life Sciences

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Course descriptions provided by the 2026-2027 Catalog.

PLSCI 1101

This course will explore the scientific principles and processes forming the foundation of plant-based systems that provide food, fiber, beverage, environmental enhancement, medicine and art. Students ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 4 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 14580 PLSCI 1101   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Barickman, C

      Miller, W

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Priority given to: Agricultural Sciences, Plant Sciences and Landscape Architecture majors, plus Horticulture minors.

  • 14581 PLSCI 1101   LAB 401

    • M
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Barickman, C

      Miller, W

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14582 PLSCI 1101   LAB 402

    • R
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Barickman, C

      Miller, W

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14583 PLSCI 1101   LAB 403

    • F
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Barickman, C

      Miller, W

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 1110

Navigating the first year of college is a personal and professional challenge. This course provides opportunities for new students who major in Agricultural Sciences or Plant Sciences to acclimate, discover, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 2 Credits S/U NoAud

  • Topic: Plant Sciences Major Cohort

  • 14629 PLSCI 1110   LEC 001

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Boggs, L

      Peck, G

      Pritts, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment limited to: new students in the Agricultural Sciences and Plant Sciences majors. Students will be bulk-enrolled by the program.

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 2 Credits S/U NoAud

  • Topic: Agricultural Sciences Major Cohort

  • 14630 PLSCI 1110   LEC 002

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Rossi, F

      Woodruff, L

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment limited to: new students in the Agricultural Sciences and Plant Sciences majors. Students will be bulk-enrolled by the program.

PLSCI 1130

By most accounts, whether theological or scientific, light is fundamental for life. Throughout the living world, there are vital processes, such as photosynthesis and vision that are associated with light. ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 18416 PLSCI 1130   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Wayne, R

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 1150

Plant-based evidence has been an important component in solving crimes for centuries. Modern techniques and facilities have made plant evidence more important and useful than ever, and there are some stunning ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Opt NoAud

  • 14749 PLSCI 1150   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Crepet, W

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 1250

This non-majors course is designed to share what every Cornell grad should know about how the plants in our everyday world are being shaped by plant breeding, especially here at Cornell. The course focuses ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 2 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 14807 PLSCI 1250   LEC 001

    • M
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Mazourek, M

      Rossi, F

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 1275

Small farms play a vital role in local food systems, rural economies, and sustainable agriculture. This course provides an interdisciplinary exploration of the opportunities and challenges of operative ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 14805 PLSCI 1275   LEC 001

    • T
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Vanden Heuvel, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 1300

This course provides a comprehensive review of the modern food system from the green revolution to the industrialized model of today. It offers a critical perspective on existing paradigms and insights ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: GDEV 1300

  • 4 Credits Graded

  • 14751 PLSCI 1300   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Bezner Kerr, R

      Rossi, F

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Priority given to: Agricultural Sciences, Global Development, and Plant Sciences majors.

  • 14752 PLSCI 1300   LAB 401

    • T
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Bezner Kerr, R

      Rossi, F

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14753 PLSCI 1300   LAB 402

    • R
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Bezner Kerr, R

      Rossi, F

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 1560

The purpose of this course is to facilitate making connections between biology and chemistry at the time you are learning the chemistry. In reality, chemistry is essential to biology. Life is, after all, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 2 Credits Graded

  • 14673 PLSCI 1560   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Gunn, L

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 1900

Introduction to agronomy and agroecology and an exploration of environmental, economic, and social factors that influence agriculture. Students participate in interactive discussions about food systems ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 14555 PLSCI 1900   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Ryan, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Priority given to: Agricultural Sciences and Plant Sciences majors.

  • 14556 PLSCI 1900   LAB 401

    • T
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Ryan, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14557 PLSCI 1900   LAB 402

    • R
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Ryan, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 2015

How does one understand nature if not by the power of careful observation? This course seeks to use natural history to inspire an interest in the natural world right here in the geologically fascinating ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 0.5 Credits S/U NoAud

  • 14806 PLSCI 2015   FLD 801

    • R
    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026
    • Anstett, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    All classes are held outdoors, rain or shine. Meet on Tower Road in front of Minns Garden, on the south side of the Plant Science building.

PLSCI 2025

Plants are sedentary organisms, weathering drastic changes across seasons while anchored to the same patch of earth. Like all living things, plants are surrounded by (and harbor) various microbes (bacteria, ... view course details

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Syllabi:
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 14808 PLSCI 2025   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Becker, L

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 2100

Plants have always played a key role in the history of life on Earth and have served as medicinal agents in all societies since prehistoric times. Medical Ethnobotany is the study of medicinal plants used ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 14723 PLSCI 2100   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Friso, G

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment preference given to: junior and sophomore Plant Sciences and Agricultural Sciences majors.

PLSCI 2110

Principles of field-crop production of major crops used for food, feed, fiber and bioenergy. Includes introductory concepts of plant growth, development and maturation as they relate to crop performance ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 5110

  • 4 Credits Graded

  • 14624 PLSCI 2110   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Pathare, V

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Priority given to: Agriculture Science majors.

  • 14625 PLSCI 2110   LAB 401

    • M
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Pathare, V

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14626 PLSCI 2110   LAB 402

    • F
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Pathare, V

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 2200

This class serves as an introduction to the principles of geographic information systems (GIS) and mapping to understand natural, social, and environmental issues at a range of scales. Students will develop ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 14746 PLSCI 2200   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Yang, Y

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14747 PLSCI 2200   LAB 401

    • T
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Yang, Y

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Labs will begin second week of classes.

  • 14748 PLSCI 2200   LAB 402

    • R
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Yang, Y

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Labs will begin second week of classes.

PLSCI 2400

Focuses on helping individuals understand how scientific information relates to the issues they face as citizens, in management decision making, and in public policy. To what extent should genetic engineering ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion.

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 14606 PLSCI 2400   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Silva, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    To request a permission number, contact Dr. Silva (ts21).

  • 14607 PLSCI 2400   DIS 201

    • M
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Silva, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14608 PLSCI 2400   DIS 202

    • M
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Silva, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14609 PLSCI 2400   DIS 203

    • M
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Silva, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14610 PLSCI 2400   DIS 204

    • M
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Silva, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14611 PLSCI 2400   DIS 205

    • T
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Silva, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14612 PLSCI 2400   DIS 206

    • T
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Silva, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14613 PLSCI 2400   DIS 207

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Silva, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14614 PLSCI 2400   DIS 208

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Silva, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14615 PLSCI 2400   DIS 209

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Silva, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14616 PLSCI 2400   DIS 210

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Silva, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14617 PLSCI 2400   DIS 211

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Silva, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14618 PLSCI 2400   DIS 212

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Silva, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14619 PLSCI 2400   DIS 213

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Silva, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14620 PLSCI 2400   DIS 214

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Silva, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14621 PLSCI 2400   DIS 215

    • R
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Silva, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 2410

Introduction to plant diversity, ecology, structure, and evolutionary adaptation, with an emphasis on land plants. Laboratory and lectures are integrated to provide hands-on skills and concepts. First ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 4 Credits Graded

  • 14588 PLSCI 2410   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Catala, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Two field trips are required. Priority given to: Plant Sciences majors and minors.

  • 14589 PLSCI 2410   LAB 401

    • T
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Catala, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14590 PLSCI 2410   LAB 402

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Catala, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14591 PLSCI 2410   LAB 403

    • R
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Catala, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 2480

An introduction to the goals and methods of plant systematics, and a survey of the diversity of vascular plants, including ferns, conifers, flowering plants, and related groups. Lectures cover ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 14593 PLSCI 2480   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Specht, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Priority given to: Plant Sciences majors.

  • 14594 PLSCI 2480   LAB 401

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Specht, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 2600

Designed for undergraduate and graduate students interested in a comprehensive introduction to Soil Science from both an environmental and management perspective as well as graduate students who wish to ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 5600

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 14558 PLSCI 2600   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Russell-Anelli, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment limited to: seniors, juniors, and sophomores.

  • 14559 PLSCI 2600   LAB 401

    • M
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Russell-Anelli, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14560 PLSCI 2600   LAB 402

    • T
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Russell-Anelli, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14561 PLSCI 2600   LAB 403

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Russell-Anelli, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14562 PLSCI 2600   LAB 404

    • R
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Russell-Anelli, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 2940

Overview of agricultural machinery used in the production of field crops. Information is presented in a lecture and field laboratory format stressing hands-on equipment demonstrations and use, particularly ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 1 Credit Opt NoAud

  • 14631 PLSCI 2940   LEC 001

    • R
    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026
    • Perry, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment preference given to: Agricultural Sciences, Plant Sciences, and VIEN majors; others by permission of instructor.

  • 14632 PLSCI 2940   LAB 401

    • R
    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026
    • Perry, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 2990

Intended for students who are new to undergraduate research. Students enrolled in PLSCI 2990 may be reading scientific literature, learning research techniques, or assisting with ongoing research. The ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat

PLSCI 3000

This course is an introduction to the identification, cultural requirements, and use of northern climate annual and perennial herbaceous plants in the landscape. Herbaceous plants are important parts of ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First.  Combined with: PLSCI 5000

  • 1.5 Credits Opt NoAud

  • 14584 PLSCI 3000   LEC 001

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026
    • Miller, W

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 3010

Introduction to the biology of the pathogens that cause plant diseases, and the diagnosis and management of plant diseases. Topics include the biology of bacteria, fungi, oomycetes, viruses, and nematodes; ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 5010

  • 4 Credits Graded

  • 14570 PLSCI 3010   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Cox, K

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Lab portion of the course starts the second week of classes. Priority given to: Plant Sciences majors and School of Integrative Plant Science (SIPS) minor candidates. Junior standing or higher required. Interested sophomores may contact instructor to be put on a waitlist.

  • 14571 PLSCI 3010   LAB 401

    • M
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Cox, K

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    The laboratory section of this course starts the second week of classes.

  • 14572 PLSCI 3010   LAB 402

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Cox, K

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    The laboratory section of this course starts the second week of classes.

PLSCI 3025

Covers principles and practices of commercial hydroponic vegetable and herb production in controlled environment agriculture (CEA). Topics include: growing environments (high tunnels, greenhouses, and ... view course details

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Syllabi:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 5025

  • 4 Credits Graded

  • 14674 PLSCI 3025   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Mattson, N

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Priority given to: Agricultural Sciences and Plant Sciences majors.

  • 14675 PLSCI 3025   LAB 401

    • T
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Mattson, N

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 3030

In seeking to understand issues and opportunities at the nexus of agriculture, sanitation, water, health and the natural and built environments, students will gain skills in systems thinking, participatory ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: GDEV 3030GDEV 5030

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 15781 PLSCI 3030   LEC 001

    • M
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Nelson, R

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 15782 PLSCI 3030   DIS 201

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Nelson, R

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 3050

Gain hands-on experience with tree establishment, nutrition, plant health care, diagnosing tree disorders, pruning techniques, tree worker safety and urban forestry. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1.5 Credits Graded

  • 14663 PLSCI 3050   LEC 001

    • F
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Bauerle, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 3100

Plants have been a source of medicinal agents for thousands of years and a remarkable number of modern drugs have been isolated or derived from plants. In this course, we will explore the mechanisms of ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 2 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 14736 PLSCI 3100   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Friso, G

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Priority given to: junior and sophomore Plant Sciences and Agricultural Sciences majors.

PLSCI 3150

This course examines components of the biology, ecology, and management of weeds in crop and non-crop ecosystems, particularly in the Northeastern United States. The first part of the course focuses on ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 5150

  • 4 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 14563 PLSCI 3150   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • DiTommaso, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14564 PLSCI 3150   LAB 401

    • T
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • DiTommaso, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14565 PLSCI 3150   LAB 402

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • DiTommaso, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 3190

Students learn to identify mushrooms and other macrofungi we collect on a series of six afternoon field trips to local forests. During evening labs, students practice identification skills, using keys ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 2 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 14576 PLSCI 3190   LEC 001

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026
    • Hodge, K

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment preference given to: undergraduates.

  • 14577 PLSCI 3190   LAB 401

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026
    • Hodge, K

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 3210

Students learn about agronomy and recent advances in sustainable soil and crop management, and gain a lot of practical farming knowledge. Integrated perspectives on the physical, biological, and chemical ... view course details

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Syllabi:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 5210

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 14627 PLSCI 3210   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Van Es, H

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 3400

Sections in this course prepare students for faculty-led winter-session travel courses offered through the School of Integrative Plant Science. Students spend seven class sessions in the fall focusing ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 0.5 Credits Multi-Term

  • 18479 PLSCI 3400   LEC 003

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Perry, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 3440

This course provides a comprehensive overview of evolution with an emphasis on plants as excellent exemplars for understanding evolutionary theory and the interpretation of data pertaining to evolution. ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 14706 PLSCI 3440   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Pawlowski, W

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment preference given to: Plant Sciences majors.

PLSCI 3520

Study of the evolution, breeding history, and physiology of strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, and other minor small fruit crops and of cultural practices that influence productivity, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 6520

  • 2 Credits Graded

  • 14585 PLSCI 3520   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Pritts, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 4030

Genetic enhancement of crop value to humans began with domestication and continues with farmers' variety development and scientifically trained plant breeders' applications of Mendelian, quantitative, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 6030

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 14569 PLSCI 4030   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Moore, V

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 4070

The nutrients in human diets are ultimately derived from plants. However, the edible portions of the world's most extensively grown staple food crops are poor sources for numerous micronutrients ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 6070

  • 2 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 14628 PLSCI 4070   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Gore, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 4080

Field trips to plant breeding programs involve discussion of breeding methods used, overall goals, selection and screening techniques, and variety and germplasm release. Additional labs include selection ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one laboratory and one field studies. Combined with: PLSCI 6080

  • 2 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 14622 PLSCI 4080   LAB 401

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Sorrells, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14623 PLSCI 4080   FLD 801

    • S
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Sorrells, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Mandatory trip to Cornell AgriTech in Geneva. One Saturday field trip is required.

PLSCI 4230

This course explores how global crop improvement processes and outcomes can address social inequalities from design to implementation and impact. It covers a broad range of topics, offering perspective ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 6230

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 14797 PLSCI 4230   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Tufan, H

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 4290

This course introduces advanced concepts of remote sensing and numerical modeling, with hands-on experience in data acquisition, processing, and interpretation. This course aims to explore key questions ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 5290

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 14750 PLSCI 4290   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Sun, Y

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 4300

Fungi are one of the major lineages of eukaryotes and the sister group of animals. We will consider evolutionary relationships among different groups of fungi, their ecology and significance to humans. ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 6300

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 14573 PLSCI 4300   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Pawlowska, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14574 PLSCI 4300   LAB 401

    • T
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Pawlowska, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14575 PLSCI 4300   LAB 402

    • R
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Pawlowska, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 4450

This class examines how urban plants affect public health (e.g., air pollution reduction, temperature regulation, etc.). We will also explore the causes and health consequences of variation in urban plant ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 6450

  • 3 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 14801 PLSCI 4450   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Katz, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment limited to: juniors and seniors; others must obtain permission from the instructor. Students must have taken a college-level statistics class and be comfortable reading peer-reviewed journal articles.

PLSCI 4620

Focuses on biochemistry of plant specific processes, with the aim to obtain an integrative overview of plant biochemistry. Examples include processes such as cell wall biochemistry, pigment biosynthesis ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 6620

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 14595 PLSCI 4620   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Catala, C

      Gunn, L

      Van Wijk, K

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 4720

Building on knowledge of basic physico-chemical and microbial nutrient and carbon transformations in soil, we will examine the pathways of carbon and nutrients in ecosystems from the rhizosphere to the ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 6720

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 14566 PLSCI 4720   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Lehmann, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14567 PLSCI 4720   LAB 401

    • R
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Lehmann, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 4730

Analysis of the ecological processes operating in agricultural systems, with an emphasis on understanding relationships between agroecosystem structure and function and interactions among organisms. Examines ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: PLSCI 6730

  • 4.5 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 14603 PLSCI 4730   LEC 001

    • T
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Drinkwater, L

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14604 PLSCI 4730   DIS 201

    • R
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Drinkwater, L

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 4900

This course is designed to guide Plant Sciences and Agricultural Sciences majors in developing career goals around an out-of-classroom experience, in reflecting on that experience, and in recording that ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 0.5 Credits S/U NoAud

  • 14707 PLSCI 4900   IND 602

    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026
    • Casteel, C

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors. Students will be sent a permission number by Lauren Boggs (leb69).

Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 0.5 Credits S/U NoAud

  • 14708 PLSCI 4900   IND 603

    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026
    • De Jong, W

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors. Students will be sent a permission number by Lauren Boggs (leb69).

Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 0.5 Credits S/U NoAud

  • 14709 PLSCI 4900   IND 604

    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026
    • Friso, G

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors. Students will be sent a permission number by Lauren Boggs (leb69).

Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 0.5 Credits S/U NoAud

  • 14710 PLSCI 4900   IND 605

    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026
    • Gandolfo Nixon, M

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors. Students will be sent a permission number by Lauren Boggs (leb69).

Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 0.5 Credits S/U NoAud

  • 14711 PLSCI 4900   IND 606

    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026
    • Katz, D

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors. Students will be sent a permission number by Lauren Boggs (leb69).

Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 0.5 Credits S/U NoAud

  • 14712 PLSCI 4900   IND 607

    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026
    • McDonald, A

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors. Students will be sent a permission number by Lauren Boggs (leb69).

Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 0.5 Credits S/U NoAud

  • 14713 PLSCI 4900   IND 608

    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026
    • Moore, V

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors. Students will be sent a permission number by Lauren Boggs (leb69).

Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 0.5 Credits S/U NoAud

  • 14714 PLSCI 4900   IND 609

    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026
    • Pawlowska, T

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors. Students will be sent a permission number by Lauren Boggs (leb69).

Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 0.5 Credits S/U NoAud

  • 14715 PLSCI 4900   IND 610

    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026
    • Peck, G

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors. Students will be sent a permission number by Lauren Boggs (leb69).

Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 0.5 Credits S/U NoAud

  • 14716 PLSCI 4900   IND 611

    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026
    • Pritts, M

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors. Students will be sent a permission number by Lauren Boggs (leb69).

Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 0.5 Credits S/U NoAud

  • 14717 PLSCI 4900   IND 612

    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026
    • Scanlon, M

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors. Students will be sent a permission number by Lauren Boggs (leb69).

Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 0.5 Credits S/U NoAud

  • 14721 PLSCI 4900   IND 616

    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026
    • Rossi, F

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    Enrollment limited to: Juniors or seniors in the Agricultural Sciences major who have completed an internship. Students will be sent a permission code by Lisa Woodruff (dlw258).

PLSCI 4910

Focuses on the identification, uses, and establishment of woody plants in urban and garden settings. By understanding the environmental limitations to plant growth, students are able to critically assess ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: LA 4910LA 5910PLSCI 5910

  • 5 Credits Graded

  • 14433 PLSCI 4910   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Sexton, A

      Vanucchi, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14434 PLSCI 4910   LAB 401

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Sexton, A

      Vanucchi, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 4925

The purpose of this course is to demonstrate that Plant Sciences students will have met all learning outcomes in the major prior to graduation by documenting relevant in-class and co-curricular activities. ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  • 14705 PLSCI 4925   IND 601

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Peck, G

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors. Students will be sent a permission number by Lauren Boggs (leb69).

PLSCI 4940

The School of Integrative Plant Science teaches trial courses under this number. Offerings may vary by semester and will be advertised before the semester begins. Courses offered under the number will ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  • 18669 PLSCI 4940   LEC 002

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Moghe, G

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment limited to: sophomores and above.

Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First. 

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  • Topic: Crop Judging Team

  • 14724 PLSCI 4940   LEC 001

    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026
    • Rossi, F

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Students will be expected to participate in a crop judging competition at the end of the session.

PLSCI 4970

An opportunity for undergraduate individual study of a special topic in plant sciences under the direction of a faculty member. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

PLSCI 4975

Being a club officer or a peer mentor is an opportunity to learn about leadership and collaboration, as well as communication and the challenges of balancing diverse responsibilities. Preparation in this ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-2 Credits S/U NoAud

  • Topic: Plant Sciences Peer Mentors

  • 14737 PLSCI 4975   IND 601

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Katz, D

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-2 Credits S/U NoAud

  • Topic: Hortus Forum

  • 14738 PLSCI 4975   IND 602

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Lamb, E

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-2 Credits S/U NoAud

  • Topic: Dilmun Hill Student Farm

  • 14739 PLSCI 4975   IND 603

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Maher, R

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-2 Credits S/U NoAud

  • Topic: Hydroponics Club

  • 14740 PLSCI 4975   IND 604

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Mattson, N

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-2 Credits S/U NoAud

  • Topic: Agricultural Sciences Peer Mentors

  • 14741 PLSCI 4975   IND 605

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Rossi, F

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-2 Credits S/U NoAud

  • Topic: Garden Ambassador Team

  • 14742 PLSCI 4975   IND 606

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Skelly, S

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    To request a permission number, contact Sonja Skelly (sms92).

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-2 Credits S/U NoAud

  • Topic: Horticulture Enterprise Team

  • 14743 PLSCI 4975   IND 607

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Skelly, S

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    To request a permission number, contact Sonja Skelly (sms92).

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-2 Credits S/U NoAud

  • Topic: Sustainable Landscape Team

  • 14744 PLSCI 4975   IND 608

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Skelly, S

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    To request a permission number, contact Sonja Skelly (sms92).

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-2 Credits S/U NoAud

  • Topic: Youth Education Team

  • 14745 PLSCI 4975   IND 609

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Skelly, S

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    To request a permission number, contact Sonja Skelly (sms92).

PLSCI 4980

Designed to give qualified undergraduate students teaching experience through actual involvement in planning and teaching plant sciences courses under the supervision of SIPS faculty members. May include ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Opt NoAud

PLSCI 4990

Affords opportunities for students to carry out independent research under appropriate supervision. Each student is expected to review pertinent literature, prepare a project outline, conduct the research, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

PLSCI 5000

This course is an introduction to the identification, cultural requirements, and use of northern climate annual and perennial herbaceous plants in the landscape. Herbaceous plants are important parts of ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Seven Week - First.  Combined with: PLSCI 3000

  • 1.5 Credits Opt NoAud

  • 14777 PLSCI 5000   LEC 001

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Oct 9, 2026
    • Miller, W

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 5010

Biology and Management of Plant Diseases is an introduction to the world of diseases of plants and the biology of the pathogens that cause them. Students will gain an understanding of the concepts of plant ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 3010

  • 4 Credits Graded

  • 14763 PLSCI 5010   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Cox, K

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment preference given to: School of Integrative Plant Sciences (SIPS) Master of Professional Studies (MPS) and graduate students.

  • 14764 PLSCI 5010   LAB 401

    • M
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Cox, K

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14765 PLSCI 5010   LAB 402

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Cox, K

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 5025

Covers principles and practices of commercial hydroponic vegetable and herb production in controlled environment agriculture (CEA). Topics include: growing environments (high tunnels, greenhouses, and ... view course details

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Syllabi:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 3025

  • 4 Credits Graded

  • 14760 PLSCI 5025   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Mattson, N

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment preference given to: Master of Professional Studies (MPS) students in the Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) specialization.

  • 14761 PLSCI 5025   LAB 401

    • T
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Mattson, N

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 5050

This course is designed primarily for students in the first semester of their MPS program in Integrative Plant Science. The intent is to guide these students in their path of career discovery by exploring ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 2 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 14766 PLSCI 5050   LEC 001

    • R
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Mattson, N

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment limited to: School of Integrative Plant Science (SIPS) Master of Professional Studies (MPS) students; others by permission of instructor.

PLSCI 5110

Principles of field-crop production of food, feed, fiber and bioenergy. Includes introductory concepts of plant growth, development and maturation as they relate to crop performance and management, adaptation ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 2110

  • 4 Credits Graded

  • 14600 PLSCI 5110   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Pathare, V

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment limited to: undergraduate and graduate students in the Crop Science, Plant Sciences, or International Agriculture curricula or by students in other majors and minors. Enrollment preference given to: advanced undergraduates and graduate students. Some field trips during lab periods.

  • 14601 PLSCI 5110   LAB 401

    • M
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Pathare, V

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14602 PLSCI 5110   LAB 402

    • F
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Pathare, V

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 5150

This course examines components of the biology, ecology, and management of weeds in crop and non-crop ecosystems, particularly in the Northeastern United States. The first part of the course focuses on ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 3150

  • 4 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 14757 PLSCI 5150   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • DiTommaso, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14758 PLSCI 5150   LAB 401

    • T
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • DiTommaso, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14759 PLSCI 5150   LAB 402

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • DiTommaso, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 5210

Students learn about agronomy and recent advances in sustainable soil and crop management, and gain a lot of practical farming knowledge. Integrated perspectives on the physical, biological, and chemical ... view course details

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Syllabi:
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 3210

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 14780 PLSCI 5210   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Van Es, H

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 5290

This course introduces advanced concepts of remote sensing and numerical modeling, with hands-on experience in data acquisition, processing, and interpretation. This course aims to explore key questions ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 4290

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 14769 PLSCI 5290   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Sun, Y

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 5600

Designed for undergraduate and graduate students interested in a comprehensive introduction to Soil Science from both an environmental and management perspective as well as graduate students who wish to ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 2600

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 14784 PLSCI 5600   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Russell-Anelli, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Priority given to: School of Integrative Plant Science (SIPS) Master of Professional Studies (MPS) students.

  • 14785 PLSCI 5600   LAB 401

    • M
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Russell-Anelli, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14786 PLSCI 5600   LAB 402

    • T
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Russell-Anelli, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14787 PLSCI 5600   LAB 403

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Russell-Anelli, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14788 PLSCI 5600   LAB 404

    • R
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Russell-Anelli, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 5910

Focuses on the identification, uses, and establishment of woody plants in urban and garden settings. By understanding the environmental limitations to plant growth, students are able to critically assess ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: LA 4910LA 5910PLSCI 4910

  • 5 Credits Graded

  • 14458 PLSCI 5910   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Sexton, A

      Vanucchi, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14459 PLSCI 5910   LAB 401

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Sexton, A

      Vanucchi, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 6017

Crop ecology is the integrative study of biological, physical, social, and technological factors that govern the emergent properties arising from cropping systems at different spatial and temporal scales. ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 2 Credits Sat/Unsat

  • 14795 PLSCI 6017   SEM 101

    • F
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • McDonald, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 6030

Genetic enhancement of crop value to humans began with domestication and continues with farmers' variety development and scientifically trained plant breeders' applications of Mendelian, quantitative, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 4030

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 14770 PLSCI 6030   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Moore, V

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 6070

The nutrients in human diets are ultimately derived from plants. However, the edible portions of the world's most extensively grown staple food crops are poor sources for numerous micronutrients ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 4070

  • 2 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 14776 PLSCI 6070   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Gore, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 6080

Field trips to plant breeding programs involve discussion of breeding methods used, overall goals, selection and screening techniques, and variety and germplasm release. Additional labs include selection ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one laboratory and one field studies. Combined with: PLSCI 4080

  • 2 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 14774 PLSCI 6080   LAB 401

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Sorrells, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14775 PLSCI 6080   FLD 801

    • S
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Sorrells, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Mandatory trip to Cornell AgriTech in Geneva. One Saturday field trip is required.

PLSCI 6095

In-depth, practical exposure to applied crop breeding. Students participate in the department's maize, small grains, potato, pepper, squash, forage, tomato, and onion breeding programs to gain hands-on ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat

  • 14633 PLSCI 6095   LAB 401

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • De Jong, W

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 6180

This course explores the theory and practice of participatory research approaches in agriculture, with an emphasis on plant science research. We will cover the theoretical and historical roots of participatory ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one field studies.

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 14803 PLSCI 6180   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Moore, V

      Tufan, H

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14804 PLSCI 6180   FLD 801

    • S
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Moore, V

      Tufan, H

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 6230

This course explores how global crop improvement processes and outcomes can address social inequalities from design to implementation and impact. It covers a broad range of topics, offering perspective ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 4230

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 14796 PLSCI 6230   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Tufan, H

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 6250

This hands-on class trains graduate students on integrating data with models via data-model fusion to address scientific questions in research. Students will learn about modeling and the nature of data ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 14800 PLSCI 6250   LEC 001

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Luo, Y

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 6300

Fungi are one of the major lineages of eukaryotes and the sister group of animals. We will consider evolutionary relationships among different groups of fungi, their ecology and significance to humans. ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 4300

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 14771 PLSCI 6300   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Pawlowska, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14772 PLSCI 6300   LAB 401

    • T
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Pawlowska, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14773 PLSCI 6300   LAB 402

    • R
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Pawlowska, T

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 6410

Includes selected experiments on gene expression, biolistic transformation, confocal microscopy, laser capture microdissection, microarray analysis, genetic mapping and mutant analysis, transposon tagging, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 2 Credits Graded

  • 14596 PLSCI 6410   LAB 401

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Scanlon, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 6450

This class examines how urban plants affect public health (e.g., air pollution reduction, temperature regulation, etc.). We will also explore the causes and health consequences of variation in urban plant ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 4450

  • 3 Credits GradeNoAud

  • 14802 PLSCI 6450   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Katz, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment limited to: graduate students. Students must have taken a college-level statistics class and be comfortable reading peer-reviewed journal articles.

PLSCI 6490

In-depth analysis and discussion of current scientific literature focused on the genetics, genomics, cell and molecular biology, and evolution of fungi. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Sat/Unsat

  • 14578 PLSCI 6490   SEM 101

    • T
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Huberman, L

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Primarily for: biology graduate students. Undergraduates with the necessary background, postdocs, and staff with a focus on the molecular and organismal biology of fungi are welcome.

PLSCI 6520

Study of the evolution, breeding history, and physiology of strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, and other minor small fruit crops and of cultural practices that influence productivity, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 3520

  • 2 Credits Graded

  • 14783 PLSCI 6520   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Pritts, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 6560

Series of selected topics to provide a background in plant evolution, paleobotanical literature, and evolutionary theory. Among the topics discussed are: the origin of a terrestrial flora, the evolution ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Stdnt Opt

  • 14597 PLSCI 6560   SEM 101

    • F
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Crepet, W

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 6610

For graduate students and advanced undergraduates with a special interest in diagnosing plant diseases. Students work in the Diagnostic Laboratory (section of Plant Pathology and Plant-Microbe Biology) ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-2 Credits Sat/Unsat

  • 14579 PLSCI 6610   LAB 401

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Snover-Clift, K

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment preference given to: graduate students in plant pathology and plant protection. Students will work with instructor prior to enrollment to discuss course credit options and the associated time commitments per credit hour policy.

PLSCI 6620

Focuses on biochemistry of plant specific processes, with the aim to obtain an integrative overview of plant biochemistry. Examples include processes such as cell wall biochemistry, pigment biosynthesis ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: PLSCI 4620

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 14782 PLSCI 6620   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Catala, C

      Gunn, L

      Van Wijk, K

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 6710

This course provides an understanding of soil chemical properties and processes. A detailed examination of the structure and surface chemistry of mineral and organic colloidal particles important to the ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 14568 PLSCI 6710   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Martinez, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 6720

Building on knowledge of basic physico-chemical and microbial nutrient and carbon transformations in soil, we will examine the pathways of carbon and nutrients in ecosystems from the rhizosphere to the ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 4720

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 14586 PLSCI 6720   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Lehmann, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14587 PLSCI 6720   LAB 401

    • R
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Lehmann, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 6730

Analysis of the ecological processes operating in agricultural systems, with an emphasis on understanding relationships between agroecosystem structure and function and interactions among organisms. Examines ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: PLSCI 4730

  • 4.5 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 14778 PLSCI 6730   LEC 001

    • T
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Drinkwater, L

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 14779 PLSCI 6730   DIS 201

    • R
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Drinkwater, L

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 6820

Weekly graduate student seminar series. Guests with an interest in plant pathology research are welcome to attend. Classes meet simultaneously in Geneva and Ithaca and are linked by teleconference. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Sat/Unsat

  • 14605 PLSCI 6820   SEM 101

    • F
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Holtappels, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 6831

This course is the first of a two-semester sequence (with PLSCI 6841) which together provide a broad overview of concepts related to the study of plant molecular biology. It is intended to bring first-year ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 14781 PLSCI 6831   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Van Wijk, K

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment limited to: upper-level students in plant biology and plant sciences.

PLSCI 7000

Weekly seminars on selected topics in plant biology, plant breeding and genetics, plant pathology and plant-microbe biology, horticulture, and soil and crop science, as presented by faculty, graduate students ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  • Topic: Horticulture Section

  • 14789 PLSCI 7000   SEM 101

    • M
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Miller, W

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  • Topic: Plant Pathology: Geneva

  • 14790 PLSCI 7000   SEM 102

    • T
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Khan, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Taught in Geneva, NY in Barton 134A.

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  • Topic: Plant Breeding Section

  • 14791 PLSCI 7000   SEM 103

    • T
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Buckler, E

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  • Topic: Plant Pathology: Ithaca

  • 14792 PLSCI 7000   SEM 104

    • W
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Huberman, L

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  • Topic: Soil and Crop Sciences Section

  • 14793 PLSCI 7000   SEM 105

    • R
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Yang, Y

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  • Topic: Plant Biology Section

  • 14794 PLSCI 7000   SEM 106

    • F
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Gan, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 7201

This course will provide a comprehensive introduction to experimental designs that are commonly used in plant science and provide participants with the practical coding skills necessary to analyze data ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion.

  • 2 Credits Graded

  • 14767 PLSCI 7201   LEC 001

    • F
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Robbins, K

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment limited to: graduate students; undergraduates by permission of instructor.

  • 14768 PLSCI 7201   DIS 201

    • F
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Robbins, K

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

PLSCI 7440

After the first year, students present one seminar per year on their thesis research and then meet with their thesis committee members for evaluation. First-year students only attend the seminar series; ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Sat/Unsat

  • 14599 PLSCI 7440   DIS 201

    • R
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Pineros, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment limited to and required for: graduate students in the field of Plant Biology.

PLSCI 7980

Designed to give graduate students teaching experience through involvement in planning and teaching courses under the supervision of SIPS faculty members. May include leading discussion sections; preparing, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits S/U NoAud

  • 14725 PLSCI 7980   IND 651

    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026
    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    Intended for: School of Integrated Plant Sciences (SIPS) graduate students who are a Teaching Assistant (TA) for a PLSCI course. Contact SIPS-studentsvcs@cornell.edu for a permission number.