Fundamental concepts of molecular genetics; from the central dogma to recent progress in DNA replication, recombination, and transposition, and mechanisms of gene regulation. Emphasis on design of experiments and interpretation of experimental data in microbial systems. Prerequisite: general background in biochemistry and molecular genetics.

The Applied Molecular Biotechnology Laboratory (AMBL) is a requisite course for the MS concentration in Applied Molecular Biology. AMBL combines state-of-the-art laboratory training with independent research experience to train students in the latest techniques and concepts of molecular biology and biochemistry. Recombinant DNA technology is the primary focus of the first semester. Topics covered include nucleic acid isolation, genomics, quantitative PCR and RT-PCR, southern and northern blot analysis, and computational biological analyses.

Individualized study. Research under direction of faculty member.

Individualized study. Research under direction of faculty member.

Individualized study. Research under direction of faculty member.

Individualized study. Research under direction of faculty member.

Individualized study. Research under direction of faculty member.

Individualized study. Research under direction of faculty member.

Individualized study. Research under direction of faculty member.

Individualized study. Research under direction of faculty member.