Plant Sciences (PLSCI)Agriculture and Life Sciences
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    PLSCI 1102
    
          
        
  
 
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The objective is to instill in students a lifelong appreciation for how gardening can enhance individual well-being through aesthetics, culinary experiences, and mastery of techniques. Emphasizes hands-on ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture, one laboratory, and one field studies. 
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        Meeting Pattern- F
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Pritts, M 
 
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- Instructors- Pritts, M 
 
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    PLSCI 1115
    
          
        
  
 
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An introductory course that examines plant diversity, function, and adaptation. Topics include an introduction to plant community structure, relationships between plants and other organisms, how plants ... view course details
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    PLSCI 1130
    
          
        
  
 
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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
    
    PLSCI 1150
    
          
        
  
 
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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
    
    PLSCI 1420
    
          
        
  
 
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This course is an overview of basic plant structure and function. We will survey the basic cell types, tissues and organs that make up the plant body as related to the physiology (functions) of a plant. ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory. 
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        Meeting Pattern- MW
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Silva, T 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person Enrollment preference given to: Agricultural Sciences, Plant Sciences, and Viticulture and Enology majors. 
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        Meeting Pattern- M
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- Instructors- Silva, T 
 
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- Instructors- Silva, T 
 
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    PLSCI 2010
    
          
        
  
 
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Presentation of the fungi and how they shape our civilizations and the natural world in which we live. Fungi play important roles in pressing issues in agriculture, food security, climate, disease, and ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PLSCI 2013 
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                Credits and Grading Basis2 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit)) 
    
    PLSCI 2013
    
          
        
  
 
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Presentation of the fungi and their roles in nature and in shaping past and present civilizations. Emphasizes the historical and practical significance of fungi as decayers of organic matter, as pathogens ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: PLSCI 2010 
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        Meeting Pattern- TR
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Hodge, K 
 
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        Meeting Pattern- W
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- Instructors- Hodge, K 
 
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        Meeting Pattern- W
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- Instructors- Hodge, K 
 
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        Meeting Pattern- W
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- Instructors- Hodge, K 
 
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        Meeting Pattern- F
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- Instructors- Hodge, K 
 
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- Instructors- Hodge, K 
 
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    PLSCI 2250
    
          
        
  
 
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Surveys fundamental plant genetics with a focus on applications in agriculture and plant sciences. Reviews and extends concepts from introductory biology for students with an interest in plants and their ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 2253 
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                Credits and Grading Basis4 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit)) 
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        Meeting Pattern- MWF
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Mazourek, M 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person Prerequisite: one majors-level biology course or equivalent. 
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        Meeting Pattern- M
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Mazourek, M 
 
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        Meeting Pattern- W
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- Instructors- Mazourek, M 
 
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    PLSCI 2253
    
          
        
  
 
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Surveys fundamental plant genetics with a focus on applications in agriculture and plant sciences. Reviews and extends concepts from introductory biology for students with an interest in plants and their ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PLSCI 2250 
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                Credits and Grading Basis3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades) 
    
    PLSCI 2430
    
          
        
  
 
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In this course, we will explore the fundamental principles of ecology and evolutionary biology from a plant perspective. We will introduce you to plant ecology at scales ranging from individual organisms, ... view course details
    
    PLSCI 2440
    
          
        
  
 
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Lectures integrate the principles of pest control, ecology, and economics in the management of pests across multiple systems. view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Combined with: ENTOM 2440, ENTOM 5440, PLSCI 5440 
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                Credits and Grading Basis3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades) 
    
    PLSCI 2490
    
          
        
  
 
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Biological subjects presented in Hollywood films. Lecture topics include the scientific method, Darwinism, development, paleobiology, animal cloning, genome sequencing, forensic DNA, artificial intelligence, ... view course details
    
    PLSCI 2990
    
          
        
  
 
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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
- Regular Academic Session. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory) 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Holtappels, D 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory) 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Bauerle, T 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory) 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Hua, J 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory) 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Mazourek, M 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory) 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Miller, W 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory) 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Moghe, G 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Pawlowska, T 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Roeder, A 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory) 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Scanlon, M 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
    
    PLSCI 3350
    
          
        
  
 
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The science of tree-fruit production with an emphasis on the agroecology and physiology of regionally important species. Topics include: site selection; orchard design; clonal rootstock and variety selection; ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 5350 
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                Credits and Grading Basis3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades) 
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        Meeting Pattern- TR
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Peck, G 
 
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    PLSCI 3420
    
          
        
  
 
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Integrated and interdisciplinary study of the processes that contribute to the growth, competition, and reproduction of plants. Topics include, but are not limited to, plant-water relations, membrane properties ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PLSCI 5420 
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                Credits and Grading Basis3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only) 
    
    PLSCI 3421
    
          
        
  
 
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Experiments exemplify concepts covered in PLSCI 3420 and offer experience in a variety of biological and biochemical techniques, from the cellular to whole plant level, with emphasis on experimental ... view course details
    
    PLSCI 3430
    
          
        
  
 
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Introduction to current studies involving recombinant DNA technology and its application to the improvement of plants. Emphasizes genetic transformation methodology, gene expression systems, and strategies ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PLSCI 5430 
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                Credits and Grading Basis2 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades) 
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        Meeting Pattern- TR
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Hua, J 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person Prerequisite: two courses in genetics, molecular biology or biochemistry; or permission of instructor. Enrollment preference given to: seniors and juniors in Plant Sciences. 
    
    PLSCI 3431
    
          
        
  
 
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Companion to Molecular Biology and Genetic Engineering of Plants course with laboratory activities that focus on the practice of plant biotechnology. Students construct transgenes using recombinant DNA ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Choose one discussion and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 5431 
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                Credits and Grading Basis2 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades) 
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        Meeting Pattern- T
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Gunn, L 
 
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- Instructors- Gunn, L 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person Prerequisite or corequisite: two courses in genetics, molecular biology or biochemistry, such as PLSCI 3430. Enrollment preference given to: juniors and seniors. 
    
    PLSCI 3550
    
          
        
  
 
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Study of the biological processes controlling physical and chemical changes in harvested yet living horticultural crops or their parts. Discusses the theoretical principles and fundamental processes underlying ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PLSCI 6550 
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    PLSCI 3650
    
          
        
  
 
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This course provides an overview of the chemistry of the biosphere and biogeochemical processes that control the concentrations, fluxes, and bioavailability of essential elements and contaminants in soil, ... view course details
    
    PLSCI 3675
    
          
        
  
 
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Viruses are the most abundant biological entities on Earth and play vital roles in health, disease, and ecosystems. This course explores the diversity, ecology, and evolution of plant viruses, insect viruses, ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion. 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Holtappels, D 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person Prerequisite: PLSCI 2250. 
    
    PLSCI 3800
    
          
        
  
 
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Organic farming is an increasingly important part of US agriculture and the food system. Students learn about the history of organic agriculture, the USDA National Organic Program, management practices ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PLSCI 5800 
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    PLSCI 3880
    
          
        
  
 
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Genetically modified (GM) crops have been a hot topic with controversy. One of the major concerns is on the GM crops' safety when served as our food or food ingredients. The objective of this one-credit ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PLSCI 6880 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1 Credit Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades) 
    
    PLSCI 4000
    
          
        
  
 
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This course is geared towards graduate students and advanced biology undergraduates seeking a better understanding of computational biology. Lectures will be a combination of presentations, paper discussions ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: PLSCI 6000 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Moghe, G 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person Prerequisite: BIOMG 2800 or PLSCI 2250, BIOMG 3320 or BIOMG 3350, CS 1110 or CS 1133, BTRY 3010 or STSCI 2150; or equivalents. 
    
    PLSCI 4020
    
          
        
  
 
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Plant propagation, the multiplication of plants, is both a science and an art. This class will introduce the principles, practices and techniques of sexual and asexual propagation of horticultural plants. ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 6020 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Bridgen, M - Miller, W 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person Enrollment preference given to Agricultural Sciences and Plant Sciences undergraduate students. 
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    PLSCI 4140
    
          
        
  
 
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With accelerating demands for food, feed, and fiber along with increasing recognition of the importance of agricultural systems to ecosystem services and rural livelihoods, the requirements of agricultural ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Combined with: GDEV 4140, PLSCI 5140 
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    PLSCI 4170
    
          
        
  
 
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This course will provide students with a solid foundation in quantitative genetics theory, as applied to the field of plant and animal breeding, introduce students to modern-day modeling approaches, simulation ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 7170 
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        Meeting Pattern- MWF
- Instructors- Jannink, J - Robbins, K 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person Prerequisite: STSCI 2150 or BTRY 3010, plus familiarity with matrix algebra. 
    
    PLSCI 4200
    
          
        
  
 
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This course introduces the fundamental principles and concepts necessary to carry out meaningful and appropriate geospatial applications using geographic information science (GIS), with a particular emphasis ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 5200 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Sun, Y 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person Prerequisite: PLSCI 2200. 
    
    PLSCI 4551
    
          
        
  
 
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Students learn the principles of mineral nutrient function in crop and landscape plants, are able to diagnose deficiencies by symptoms and tissue tests, and can devise organic and conventional nutrient ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PLSCI 6551 
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    PLSCI 4660
    
          
        
  
 
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Soil ecology is the study of soil organisms and their interactions with each other and with their environment. The outcomes of these interactions drive many soil processes, particularly the decomposition ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 4660, PLSCI 5660 
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        Meeting Pattern- MW
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Thies, J 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person Prerequisite: one year of biology or ecology and PLSCI 2600 or permission of instructor. 
- Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PLSCI 4660, PLSCI 5660 
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    PLSCI 4825
    
          
        
  
 
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This class is for students who are interested in receiving an overview of interpretive planning. Interpretation is a mission-based communication process that forges emotional and intellectual connections ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: PLSCI 5825 
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        Meeting Pattern- TR
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Fiorello, S 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person Prerequisite: COMM 1101 or COMM 2850 or EDUC 2410 or PLSCI 3940. 
    
    PLSCI 4900
    
          
        
  
 
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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
- Seven Week - First. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis0.5 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
- Seven Week - First. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis0.5 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
    
    PLSCI 4925
    
          
        
  
 
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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
- Project Session Full. 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Hodge, K 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors. Students will be sent a permission number by Lauren Boggs (leb69). Department Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Pathare, V 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors. Students will be sent a permission number by Lauren Boggs (leb69). Department Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Peck, G 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors. Students will be sent a permission number by Lauren Boggs (leb69). Department Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Scanlon, M 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors. Students will be sent a permission number by Lauren Boggs (leb69). Department Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Sexton, A 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors. Students will be sent a permission number by Lauren Boggs (leb69). Department Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Tufan, H 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Enrollment limited to: Plant Sciences majors. Students will be sent a permission number by Lauren Boggs (leb69). Department Consent Required (Add) 
    
    PLSCI 4950
    
          
        
  
 
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Students in the Plant Sciences major are required to complete a research experience, extramural internship or extension experience. It is critical for students to be able to explain their work to both ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. 
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    PLSCI 4970
    
          
        
  
 
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An opportunity for undergraduate individual study of a special topic in plant sciences under the direction of a faculty member. view course details
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit)) 
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Bridgen, M 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit)) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- DiTommaso, A 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit)) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Fiorello, S 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Lehmann, J 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit)) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Mattson, N 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit)) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Miller, W 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Peck, G 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit)) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Pritts, M 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Rossi, F 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Russell-Anelli, J 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Ryan, M 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Scanlon, M 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Skelly, S 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
- 
        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Specht, C 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
    
    PLSCI 4975
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
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
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-2 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-2 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-2 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-2 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-2 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
    
    PLSCI 4980
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
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
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit)) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Cox, K 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Friso, G 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
- 
        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Hodge, K 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
- 
        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Mattson, N 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
- 
        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Rossi, F 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
- 
        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Silva, T 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
- 
        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Specht, C 
 
- 
    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Independent Studies Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
    
    PLSCI 4990
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
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
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Al Shoffe, Y 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Bushley, K 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
- 
        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- DiTommaso, A 
 
- 
    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Drinkwater, L 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Filiatrault, M 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Gandolfo Nixon, M 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Giovannoni, J 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Gunn, L 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Hua, J 
 
- 
    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Katz, D 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Landis, J 
 
- 
    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
- 
        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Lehmann, J 
 
- 
    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
- 
        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Martinez, C 
 
- 
    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
- 
        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Mattson, N 
 
- 
    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Mazourek, M 
 
- 
    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
- 
        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Moghe, G 
 
- 
    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
- 
        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Oravec, M 
 
- 
    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
- 
                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
- 
        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Pawlowska, T 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Pritts, M 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Raguso, R 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Rose, J 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Ryan, M 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Scanlon, M 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Sorrells, M 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Specht, C 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Van Wijk, K 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Vatamaniuk, O 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: Directed Research Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
    
    PLSCI 5020
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
Systems Epidemiology for Plant Pathology offers an expansion of plant pathology concepts into quantitative epidemiology and population biology. The course is taught as two inter-related seven-week modules. ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only) 
    
    PLSCI 5045
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
Cannabis sativa is a psychoactive plant used for medical or recreational purposes. Its primary psychoactive component, THC, is one of the >400 known compounds, including at least 65 cannabinoids. CBD, ... view course details
- Seven Week - Second. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1 Credit GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit)) 
    
    PLSCI 5140
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
With accelerating demands for food, feed, and fiber along with increasing recognition of the importance of agricultural systems to ecosystem services and rural livelihoods, the requirements of agricultural ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Combined with: GDEV 4140, PLSCI 4140 
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                Credits and Grading Basis3 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit)) 
    
    PLSCI 5200
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
This course introduces the fundamental principles and concepts necessary to carry out meaningful and appropriate geospatial applications using geographic information science (GIS), with a particular emphasis ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 4200 
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                Credits and Grading Basis3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern- M
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Sun, Y 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person 
    
    PLSCI 5350
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
The science of tree-fruit production with an emphasis on the agroecology and physiology of regionally important species. Topics include: site selection; orchard design; clonal rootstock and variety selection; ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 3350 
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                Credits and Grading Basis3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern- TR
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Peck, G 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person 
    
    PLSCI 5420
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
Integrated and interdisciplinary study of the processes that contribute to the growth, competition, and reproduction of plants. Topics include, but are not limited to, plant-water relations, membrane properties ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PLSCI 3420 
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                Credits and Grading Basis3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only) 
    
    PLSCI 5430
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
Introduction to current studies involving recombinant DNA technology and its application to the improvement of plants. Emphasizes genetic transformation methodology, gene expression systems, and strategies ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PLSCI 3430 
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                Credits and Grading Basis2 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern- TR
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Hua, J 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person Prerequisite: two courses in genetics, molecular biology or biochemistry; or permission of instructor. Enrollment preference given to: School of Integrative Plant Science Master of Professional Studies (MPS) and graduate students. 
    
    PLSCI 5431
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
Companion to Molecular Biology and Genetic Engineering of Plants course with with laboratory activities that focus on the practice of plant biotechnology. Students construct transgenes using recombinant ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Choose one discussion and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 3431 
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                Credits and Grading Basis2 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern- T
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Gunn, L 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person 
    
    PLSCI 5440
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
Lectures integrate the principles of pest control, ecology, and economics in the management of pests across multiple systems. view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Combined with: ENTOM 2440, ENTOM 5440, PLSCI 2440 
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                Credits and Grading Basis3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades) 
    
    PLSCI 5500
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
Students will study the managed decomposition of organic matter. Through discussion and hands on activities, we will explore the basics of the composting process, nutrient cycling and recycling as well ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one field studies. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis2 Credits Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern- R
- Feb 12 - Apr 30, 2026
- Instructors- Michaelides, A - Thies, J 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person Application required. Application deadline is Monday, January 27, 2025. Contact Janice Thies (jet25) for details on how to apply. First class will be held on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at Cornell Cooperative Extension office in downtown Ithaca, 615 Willow Ave. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Michaelides, A - Thies, J 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person Trips to Tompkins County Recycling and Solid Waste facility, 160 Commercial Ave, Ithaca and to Cornell Compost site, access off Stevenson Rd., Ithaca. Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Michaelides, A - Thies, J 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person Tour of the Cornell Compost Facility Stevenson Rd, Ithaca (service road entrance across from Dodge Rd). Instructor Consent Required (Add) 
    
    PLSCI 5660
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
Soil ecology is the study of soil organisms and their interactions with each other and with their environment. The outcomes of these interactions drive many soil processes, particularly the decomposition ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 4660, PLSCI 5660 
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                Credits and Grading Basis4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern- MW
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Thies, J 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person 
- Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PLSCI 4660, PLSCI 5660 
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                Credits and Grading Basis3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades) 
    
    PLSCI 5800
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
Organic agriculture is an increasingly important part of the food system. Students learn about the history of organic agriculture, the USDA National Organic Program, management practices used in organic ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PLSCI 3800 
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                Credits and Grading Basis3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades) 
    
    PLSCI 5825
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
This class is for students who are interested in receiving an overview of interpretive planning. Interpretation is a mission-based communication process that forges emotional and intellectual connections ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: PLSCI 4825 
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                Credits and Grading Basis3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern- TR
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Fiorello, S 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person 
    
    PLSCI 5850
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
Explores the history of public gardens, types of contemporary public gardens, and the operation of public gardens including botanical gardens and arboreta. Includes separate units on administration and ... view course details
    
    PLSCI 6000
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
This course is geared towards graduate students and advanced biology undergraduates seeking a better understanding of computational biology. Lectures will be a combination of presentations, paper discussions ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: PLSCI 4000 
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                Credits and Grading Basis4 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit)) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern- TR
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Moghe, G 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person 
    
    PLSCI 6010
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
The co-evolutionary molecular battle between microbial pathogens and plants has game-like properties whose rules are emerging from recent genomic, biochemical, and cell biological advances. This course ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern- TR
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Casteel, C 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person Prerequisite for undergraduate students: BIOMG 2800 or equivalent, BIOMG 3300 or equivalent or PLSCI 3010. Prerequisite for graduate students: plant pathology course, an introductory genetics course, and a biochemistry or molecular biology course. 
    
    PLSCI 6017
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
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
    
    PLSCI 6020
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
Plant propagation, the multiplication of plants, is both a science and an art. This class will introduce the principles, practices and techniques of sexual and asexual propagation of horticultural plants. ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 4020 
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                Credits and Grading Basis3 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit)) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern- TR
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Bridgen, M - Miller, W 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person Enrollment preference given to SIPS MPS students. 
    
    PLSCI 6200
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
This course covers the theory and practice of applying geo-spatial data to resource inventory and analysis, biophysical process modeling, and land surveys. Emphasizes use and evaluation of spatial analytical ... view course details
    
    PLSCI 6550
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
Study of the biological processes controlling physical and chemical changes in harvested yet living horticultural crops or their parts. Discusses the theoretical principles and fundamental processes underlying ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PLSCI 3550 
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                Credits and Grading Basis3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades) 
    
    PLSCI 6551
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
Students learn the principles of mineral nutrient function in crop and landscape plants, are able to diagnose deficiencies by symptoms and tissue tests, and can devise organic and conventional nutrient ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PLSCI 4551 
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                Credits and Grading Basis3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades) 
    
    PLSCI 6560
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
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
- Regular Academic Session. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1 Credit Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades) 
    
    PLSCI 6610
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
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
- Regular Academic Session. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-2 Credits Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory) 
    
    PLSCI 6820
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
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
    
    PLSCI 6841
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
This course is broken into three sections focusing on plant anatomy, cell biology, and development. In each section, we will discuss our current understanding of the key concepts, talk about some of the ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis3 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit)) 
    
    PLSCI 6880
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
Genetically modified (GM) crops have been a hot topic with controversy. One of the major concerns is on the GM crops' safety when served as our food or food ingredients. The objective of this one-credit ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PLSCI 3880 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1 Credit Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades) 
    
    PLSCI 6940
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
The School of Integrative Plant Science offers graduate-level trial courses under this number. Offerings vary by semester and are advertised by the school before the semester starts. Courses offered under ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis2 Credits Graded(Letter grades only) 
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    Section TopicTopic: Applied Data Skills in Integrative Plant Science 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern- W
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Miller, W - Reed, T 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person Enrollment limited to MPS students in the School of Integrative Plant Science. All others by permission of instructor only. 
    
    PLSCI 7000
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
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
- Regular Academic Session. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1 Credit S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
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    Section TopicTopic: Horticulture Section 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern- M
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Miller, W 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person Students must attend at least 75 percent of the seminars in their section to receive credit. 
- Regular Academic Session. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1 Credit S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
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    Section TopicTopic: Plant Pathology: Geneva 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern- T
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Khan, A 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person Attendees in Geneva will meet in Barton 134A. Students must attend at least 75 percent of the seminars in their section to receive credit. 
- Regular Academic Session. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1 Credit S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
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    Section TopicTopic: Plant Breeding Section 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern- T
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Mazourek, M 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person Students must attend at least 75 percent of the seminars in their section to receive credit. 
- Regular Academic Session. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1 Credit S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
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    Section TopicTopic: Plant Pathology: Ithaca 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern- W
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Huberman, L 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person Students must attend at least 75 percent of the seminars in their section to receive credit. 
- Regular Academic Session. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1 Credit S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
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    Section TopicTopic: Soil and Crop Sciences Section 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern- R
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Katz, D 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person Students must attend at least 75 percent of the seminars in their section to receive credit. 
- Regular Academic Session. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1 Credit S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
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    Section TopicTopic: Plant Biology Section 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern- F
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Gan, S 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person Students must attend at least 75 percent of the seminars in their section to receive credit. 
    
    PLSCI 7170
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
This course will provide students with a solid foundation in quantitative genetics theory, as applied to the field of plant and animal breeding, introduce students to modern-day modeling approaches, simulation ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: PLSCI 4170 
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                Credits and Grading Basis4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern- MWF
- Instructors- Jannink, J - Robbins, K 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction Mode: In Person 
    
    PLSCI 7410
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
Introduction to the research literature in plant biology through weekly problem sets and discussions. view course details
- Regular Academic Session. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1 Credit GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit)) 
    
    PLSCI 7440
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
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
- Regular Academic Session. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1 Credit Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory) 
    
    PLSCI 7450
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
Students in this class read and discuss recently published papers in plant molecular biology. A faculty member from the Plant Biology Section in the School of Integrative Plant Science will assign the ... view course details
- Regular Academic Session. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1 Credit Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory) 
    
    PLSCI 7980
    
          
        
  
 
  Course Description
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
- Project Session Full. 
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                Credits and Grading Basis1-4 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit)) 
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        Class Number & Section Details
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        Meeting Pattern
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
- Instructors- Staff 
 
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    Additional InformationInstruction 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. Department Consent Required (Add) 
