BCHM 3300 - Genetic Engineering: Science, Technology, and Society
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Spring 2025 / Spring 2026
This course explores the frontiers of genetic engineering, starting with a brief historical perspective and moving forward through time to current and future technologies. Students will learn how CRISPR-Cas and other gene editing methodologies are used to engineer proteins, bacteria, viruses, fungi, plants, animals, and humans. The course includes critical analysis of social, environmental, and economic implications of genetic engineering, including discussions on bioethics, regulatory frameworks, and sustainability. Students will gain a nuanced understanding of how this technology shapes our world and will emerge prepared to engage in the ongoing dialogue about its impact on society and our environment.
MCDB 1150 - Introduction to Cellular and Molecular Biology
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Fall 2020 / Fall 2021 / Fall 2022 / Fall 2023 / Fall 2024 / Fall 2025
Covers biologically important macromolecules and biological processes, together with an introduction to cell structure, function, and physiology. Provides the foundation for advanced MCDB courses to majors, and a rigorous overview of modern biology to non-majors. Recommended prerequisite: high school chemistry and algebra, and recommended corequisite of MCDB 1152.
MCDB 1171 - Antibiotics Discovery Through Hands-on Screens I
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Fall 2018 / Fall 2019
Provides introductory research and laboratory experience. Students will work in teams to screen small molecule libraries for novel antibiotics using the bacterium Salmonella as a model system. Topics covered include the basic biology of the model system, genetics, approaches to screening for new therapeutics, statistical analysis of the data, compound verification and lead compound development. Recommended prerequisite or corequisite: MCBD 1150 or EBIO 1210.
MCDB 2150 - Principles of Genetics
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Spring 2021 / Spring 2022 / Spring 2023 / Spring 2024 / Spring 2025 / Spring 2026
Introduces the behavior of genes and chromosomes in eukaryotic and prokaryotic organisms. Covers three areas: transmission genetics, molecular genetics, and population genetics. Attention is given to genetic mapping, recombinant DNA procedures, and gene expression. Recommended co-requisite: MCDB 2152.
MCDB 2171 - Chemotherapeutic Discovery Through Hands-On Screens 2
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Spring 2019 / Spring 2020
Provides introductory research and laboratory experience. Students will work in teams to screen molecule libraries using fruit flies as a model system. Topics covered include the basic biology of the model system, genetics, approaches to screening for new therapeutics, statistical analysis of the data, compound verification and lead compound development. Recommended prerequisite or corequisite: MCBD 1150 or EBIO 1210.
