NURS 7350 - Discovery & Innovation in Science: the role of creativity, divergent thinking and serendipity

This course examines factors that contribute to innovation and breakthroughs in science. Emphasis is placed on the contribution to discovery of creativity, divergent thinking, serendipity and collaboration. Students will explore strategies and practices that enhance research innovation and scientific insight. In addition, obstacles to science innovation and the implications for navigation of a research career are addressed.