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MB&B516
Topics in DNA Replication
MB&B516 SP
Among the many processes in which DNA is involved, its
replication is perhaps the most interesting and will be the
subject of study in this course. Specific topics to be
covered will include considerations of structure and
function of DNA; biosynthesis; the DNA polymerases,
topoisomerases and other enzymes; replication mechanisms and
questions of regulation.
MAJOR READINGS
Arthur Kornberg, DNA REPLICATION
Arthur Kornberg, 1982 Supplement to DNA Replication
Current research papers
EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS
Students will present selected
research papers to the class, and there will be periodic
quizzes.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS
COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Lecture Seminar
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Level: GR Credit: 0.50
Prerequisites:
MB&B383 or MB&B208
- Section 01
- Firshein, W
- Grading Mode: A/F
- Registration Preference (1 high to 6 low, 0=Excluded) Sr: 1, Jr: 2, So: 0, Fr: 0
- Major Preference Given
Last Updated on MAR-10-1997
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