BISC 316 - Molecular Biology with Laboratory

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Wellesley College

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Peterman NOT OFFERED IN 2009-10. Molecular techniques, which allow us to isolate, analyze and manipulate genes, have revolutionized our understanding of living things as well as our ability to alter them genetically. This course focuses on the use of molecular methods to dissect and manipulate complex biological systems. A case-study approach will be used to analyze the application of molecular biology to genetic diseases (e.g., cystic fibrosis and muscular dystrophy), genetically modified organisms, cancer, stem cells, human cloning, aging and envi-ronmental protection. Student participation and critical analysis of the primary literature will be emphasized. In the laboratory students will pursue an original research project using current molecular techniques (e.g., molecular cloning, PCR, DNA sequencing, mutagenesis, protein expression, bioinformatics). Emphasis will be on experimental design and data analysis and interpretation. Prerequisite: 219 or permission of the instructor Distribution: Natural and Physical Science Semester: N/O Unit: 1.25

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wellesley.edu

Phone Number:

(781) 283-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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