Description

The Core Module of Current Methods in Molecular and Translational Biology is designed to complement three other modules that focus on more advanced techniques in: 1) Advanced Omics; 2) Structural and Functional Analysis of Proteins; and 3) Animal and Cell Model Systems.   Each of the four Modules is a 1-unit course.

The Core Module consists of 14 lectures. Individual lecturers in the Core Module are chosen based on their first-hand expertise in the relevant technologies.  The spectrum of technologies includes antibodies, fundamentals of DNA and RNA analysis, microscopy and cell culture, expression of proteins in foreign hosts, and protein isolation.  The goal of the lectures is to provide students with a sound foundation in the principles of the techniques as well as their common applications.  The lecturers will also pass on their personal experiences regarding pros and cons of the technologies and lab-bench “tips”.