MCB 3421 - Introduction to Molecular Evolution and Bioinformatics

Institution:

University of Connecticut-Avery Point

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Description:

(221) First semester. Three credits. Recommended preparation: At least one 2000-level course in MCB. Evolution of biomolecules, and application to molecular data analysis and the design of new molecules. Topics include prebiotic chemistry, origin of cells, selfish genes, molecular innovations, data bank searches, alignment of sequence and 3-D protein structures. Course includes lectures, discussions and computer lab exercises.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.uconn.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 486-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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