Cutting Edge Research Technologies and Ideas in Molecular Biology
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| LIFE4048 | Life Sciences | 4 | 10 | Autumn UK |
- Code
- LIFE4048
- School
- Life Sciences
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 10
- Semesters
- Autumn UK
Summary
This course will bring students up to date with the latest technological developments in molecular biology that they are unlikely to have encountered in detail in the first three years. We will also discuss and explore how new technologies with broad implications come into existence (often via the fusion of existing methods) and follow the process of establishment, acceptance and dissemination through the scientific community. The actual content of the course will be updated each year to reflect the latest advances, for example a course running now would certainly consider the latest developments in high through-put sequencing technologies and genome engineering. During the module we will examine how disruptive technologies arise and how this can be applied to student's own work and future careers.
Target Students
4th year MSci students within the School of Life Sciences
Additional Requirements
Only available for Year 4 MSci Life Sciences students OR MSci Natural Sciences students
Classes
This module may be delivered through lectures, seminars, workshops and labs etc.
Assessment
- 100% Exam 1: In-person open book Exam. Answer 1 question from sections A and B.
Assessed by end of designated period
Educational Aims
1. To develop a broad understanding of the latest technological developments in molecular biology.2. Continued development of their abilities to synthesize, summarize and present new information in a relatively short time, a key research skill.3. Experience the application of new technical knowledge and appreciate that the nature of data produced by different technologies decides what kinds of questions it can use to answer.4. Develop an appreciation of the research process with respect to technology development and be able to discuss in some detail specific examples.Learning Outcomes
1. For students to be familiar with some of the latest technical developments in molecular biology.
2. To be aware of which older technologies those considered may supercede and/or complement.
3. To apply the new knowledge to designing experiments.
4. Communicate effectively in oral presentation.
5. Understand complex ideas and relate them to specific problems or questions.