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Academic Year 2001/2002

Superbugs, supercells, and much more
MB&B 296 SP

This course will introduce the science behind the current genetic engineering revolution that has resulted in genetically modified foods and new ways of fighting diseases, among many other technological advances/changes. In the first few lectures, basic concepts of molecular biology and genetic engineering will be discussed to bring diverse students up to speed. Next, students will present research articles from journals such as SCIENCE, NATURE, PROCEEDINGS OF THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES USA, etc. In class and through assignments, students will have the opportunity to critically analyze the scientific research, discuss its impact on society, and debate the ethics and future of this technology.

MAJOR READINGS

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Unless preregistered students attend the first class meeting or communicate directly with the instructor prior to the first class, they will be dropped from the class list. NOTE: Students must still submit a completed Drop/Add form to the Registrar's Office.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture/Discussion

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: NONE    Grading Mode: Graded   

Prerequisites: BIOL206 OR MB&B206

SECTION 01

Instructor(s): Hingorani,Manju   

Times: ..T.R.. 09:00AM-10:20AM;     Location: SHAN201

Reserved Seats:    (Total Limit: UNL)

SR. major:    Jr. major:

SR. non-major:    Jr. non-major:    SO:    FR:

Special Attributes:

Curricular Renewal:    Speaking, Writing

Last Updated on MAR-19-2002

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