Original research on honeybee societies through online observations

Photos of honeybees coming out of honeycombs and a laboratory setting with cameras to observe their behavior

About this research opportunity

In this course, students will be guided through a rigorous training on the entire research process. You will generate your own research questions, design experiment, collect original data to test your hypotheses. In the end, you will be able to write a manuscript to report your own discoveries. Meanwhile you will have a new appreciation for this wonderful insect after learning more about their social behaviors, thus enhancing your understanding of the concept of sustainability. 

Eligibility

ASU Online students who are majoring in a degree program offered through The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Mentor(s)
Dr. Hong Lei and Dr. Cahit Ozturk
Course credit?
Yes
How to apply

Contact Dr. Hong Lei to receive approval (hong.lei@asu.edu)

Contact information

Dr. Hong Lei (hong.lei@asu.edu)

Additional program details

Number of students being recruited
45
Modality
Remote
Duration
7.5 Weeks
Hours per week
9-12
Semester(s)
spring
Year(s)
2025