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Academic Year 2003/2004


Genomics, Proteomics and Bioinformatics
CHEM 389 FA

Crosslistings:
MB&B 389

The effective completion and success of the human genome project has opened up many new possibilities for research based on DNA and protein sequences. The areas impacted by this research include molecular biology, biochemistry, biological chemistry and molecular biophysics.
This course responds to the need for individuals from diverse scientific backgrounds to acquire sufficient knowledge and capabilities in the areas of genomics and related areas to engage in related research design and research projects. Intended for an audience of science majors and graduate students, the course will begin with an elementary consideration of fundamental topics in genomics and proteomics including analysis of NVA sequence, gene structure, gene function, and related areas elaborating the Genome/Transcriptosome/Proteome paradigm. The course will simultaneously develop hands-on capabilities with emerging computer technology and bioinformatics programs used in the areas of genomics and proteomics. Each topic will be illustrated with examples from the very recent scientific literature.

MAJOR READINGS

BIOLOGICAL SEQUENCE ANALYSIS, R. Gurbin, S. Eddy, A. Krogh, G. Mitchison, Cambridge University Press, 1998
ANALYSIS OF GENES AND GENOMES, Jones & Butler, 2000

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Workshop exercises

COURSE FORMAT: Studio

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

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

Prerequisites: NONE Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-19-2004


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