BI 488 - Environmental Genomics:Laboratory Projects

Institution:

Boston College

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Description:

In this hands-on laboratory, each student will learn the technical skills necessary to undertake research projects on the health and genetic diversity of animal species in New England and various global ecosystems. Techniques learned to accomplish projects will include extraction of DNA and RNA, polymerase chain reaction for analysis of biodiversity and disease prevalence and quantitative real time PCR for analysis of gene expression.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.bc.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 552-8000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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