The overall goal of MCDB 103H is to extend the concepts covered in MCDB 103 and apply them to the context of research. For each selected topic, students read a short review article in the first week which provides the historical background and current consensus, followed by a landmark research article in the following week. The course is in the format of journal club with an emphasis on open discussion. Each week, a group of students give an oral presentation and lead class discussion.