BIOL 340 - Molecular Medicine

Institution:

Lafayette College

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Description:

This course covers the methods used to elucidate the molecular component of human disease. Readings and discussion focus on the primary literature of diseases inherited as defects in single genes, those most amenable to gene therapy. Disease management, therapeutic protocols, federal oversight of gene-based therapy, and personal genetic medicine are discussed. DNA microarray analysis of whole genome expression and techniques to manipulate genes are covered in a practicum. Lecture/practicum/discussion/seminar. [S] Prerequisite: Biology 241 or 261, or permission of instructor Offered: Fall or spring semester Caslake

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.lafayette.edu/

Phone Number:

(610) 330-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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