- Teaching Overview
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| (Project) Biotechnology (MICR 5254)
This course is
directed towards upper level undergraduates and
graduates that wish to gain hands-on experience
in molecular biotechnology. There are two projects to choose
from. The laboratory work involves the execution of a single
objective. Students are responsible for all phases of the project,
including work-plan, choice of methods, execution, final presentation
and documentation of results. Offered every year in the Spring |
| Medical Mycology (MICR 3143) This course is directed towards upper division undergraduates with majors in Microbiology, Cell
and Molecular Biology, Medical Technology and related fields.
Offered every year in the Fall |
| Molecular Genetics of Fungi (MICR 4990)
This course has
been specifically designed for students (upper division undergraduates and first year non-committed graduate students) with a strong, but not yet fully committed,
interest in a career in the biological sciences. This course
offers a unique opportunity for students to perform scientific
research as a hands-on experience. |
| Genetics of Simple Eukaryotes (MICR
6304). In depth
discussion of lessons learned from simple eukaryotes such as
S. cerevisiae (yeast), A. nidulans (fungus), D.
melanogaster (fly) and C. elegans (worm). Selection
of papers are based on the state-of-the-art research represented
by one or more model organisms (e.g., mating and yeast). Selected
research papers are presented in a seminar format. This course
is primarily designed for graduate students
interested in exposure to current issues of molecular genetics.
Upper level undergraduates may be considered for enrollment,
if approved by the instructor and advisor. Minimal requirements
for undergraduate admission are: a) previous research experience
(e.g. Micro 4990 or equivalent) and b) GPA equal or above 3.2. |
| Cell and Molecular Biology
(CLMOL 3014) This
course introduces undergraduates
to the basic units
of life - from molecules to cells. The goal is to present to
you a comprehensive set of information, entirely based on experimental
evidence showing how cells function at the molecular level. Because
the common basic cellular mechanisms, underlining ALL living
things, are fairly complex, and molecular biology has made impressive
progress in the last decade, we partition the course into five
hypothetical parts. First, composition of matter and basic chemistry
of living cells. Second, energy and chemical transformations
in cells. Third, structure and function of cells. Fourth, information
flow in cells, and fifth, specific cell functions. |
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