ANAT 599 Research Inquiry in Anatomy

Winter 2026 (On-Campus)

Year 4

6 units

Available

On-Campus Course

ANAT 599 is a course on collaborative research in the Anatomical Sciences. Students will use a team-based approach to devise a research question that addresses a gap in knowledge in the Anatomical Sciences. Research questions may include basic science queries based in human anatomy, and questions related to teaching and learning in the Anatomical Sciences. In small groups, students will develop and carry out comprehensive research objectives, and draft a complete manuscript of the summative work intended for publication in a peer-reviewed academic journal. Using the skills previously gained in ANAT 391, students will also produce a high-quality prosected human anatomical specimen. The goal of prosection is to dissect a specimen in a stepwise manner aimed at teaching the dissected structures. To develop proficiencies in online anatomical education and communicating complex anatomical concepts, students will be expected to use audio and visual elements to create a presentation highlighting the key features of their respective specimens.

If you are interested in registering in ANAT 599 course in the 2025-2026 Academic Year, please submit this application form. Please reach out to quanat599@queensu.ca if you have any questions.

Prerequisites

Minimum 3rd (level 3) standing, registration in a LISC Major or Specialization, or BHSc program, and a minimum grade of A- in ANAT 391.

Note: Students with 6.0 units of anatomy with relevant laboratory experience may be considered at the consideration and permission of the instructor.

If you are interested in registering in ANAT 599 course in the 2025-2026 Academic Year, please submit this application form.

Exclusions

None.

Method of Delivery

Blended format with materials, communication, and assignment submissions all via the learning management system as well as in-person lab sessions for practical work and presentations.

Learning Outcomes

With successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Create a detailed prosected specimen with clearly evident anatomical features and generate a video teaching peers about the key anatomical structures.
Critically develop a thoughtful research question and investigate discrete objectives, communicating the research results in a written summative manuscript.
Clearly communicate and critique, through iterative processes, what skills are required to become effective prosectors and educators in the Anatomical Sciences, through self-reflection and peer feedback.

Time Commitment

Students can expect to spend 16-18 hours per week in practical and take-home work for ANAT 599.

Textbooks and Materials

Required Resources: ANAT 599 learning modules provided on the course website.

Suggested Resources: In anatomy it is important to look at structures in various orientations to gain an appreciation and understanding of anatomical relationships within a region. Suggested resources are provided that can be used to support your learning. Material from these sources will not be directly tested. Some of these resources are available online or for check-out at the Queen’s University Library. You are not required to purchase a textbook for this course.