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DNA Science 1 TJ HN is a heavily lab based course in which students acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to perform basic molecular biology research. The course develops an understanding of critical concepts and techniques of recombinant DNA technologies in experimental biology. DNA Science 1 topics include: 1) Foundational events of modern molecular biology 2)Biochemistry and cell biology of DNA 3) Gene expression applications for prokaryotes, stem cells, neuroscience, and cancer 4)Recombinant DNA 5)Gel electrophoresis 6)Restriction enzymes 7)DNA analysis and amplification techniques 8)Mutagenesis, selection, and microbial physiology; evolution and ecology applications 9)Bioinformatics related to molecular biology 10)Risk/reward of recombinant DNA techniques to humanity and the environment. DNA Science 1 is a prerequisite for the Biotechnology Laboratory's Senior Research and Mentorship programs and DNA Science 2 is highly recommended for both.

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• LBIO
• Biology

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