THE SCIENCE OF FOOD, NUTRITION, AND THE BIOLOGICAL WORLD

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USC Summer Program The Science of Food, Nutrition and the Biological World
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Food is something we all have some sort of a connection with. Whether you see it as a tool for artistic expression, or simply as fuel for your body, food is derived from the living world around us. “The Science of Food, Nutrition, and the Biological World” course will relate concepts from the biological sciences in an applicable context by using the food we eat to provide students with an understanding of molecular biology, biochemistry, microbiology, health, and nutrition.

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PROGRAM DATES
June 15 – July 12, 2025

PREREQUISITES
None

RECOMMENDED
Two years of high school science with a grade of B or better

COURSE DRESS CODE
None

DAILY SCHEDULE & ACTIVITIES
MONDAY – FRIDAY
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Classes in session
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Lunch
1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Classes in session

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COURSE OVERVIEW

Highlights

  • Students will participate in laboratory exercises that reinforce concepts taught in the lecture
  • Along with learning about the science behind our food, students will learn how they can make foods such as cheese, tofu, hot sauce, and bread

Topic of Study

  • The biology of plants, animals, and microorganisms
  • Genetics and the history of GMOs
  • Agricultural impact on the environment
  • Nutrition
  • Food molecules and chemistry
  • The biology of taste and smell

HEAR FROM OUR FORMER STUDENTS

My professor (Dr. Jaggers), made the class really interesting and interactive as we had chances to ask questions and make different kinds of food. I also appreciated the way Dr. Jaggers approached every question with so much enthusiasm and fascinating information.The most interesting part for me was getting to understand the concept or GMO’s and how they are what they are now. I learned so much from this course!