Empowering students to apply biological knowledge and skills to address local and global challenges through project-based learning and inquiry, this course supports XQ Competencies and aligns with NGSS. Students are invited to become real-world problem solvers, investigating issues such as climate change, public health, and food security. They apply biological concepts through hands-on projects, innovation challenges, and community presentations. The course emphasizes interdisciplinary learning, teamwork, creativity, and reflection, helping students master scientific content while growing as thoughtful changemakers. Course Overview and Structure: Unit 1: Cultivating Tomorrow – Biology and Food Justice Unit 2: Community Immunity – Biology and Global Health Unit 3: Environmental Engineers – Tackling ecological challenges Unit 4: NeuroNature – Designing biomimetic systems inspired by the brain and genetics