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Introduction to Molecular Biology

Learn the principles of molecular biology and its applications in
  • Disease and Health
  • Next generation sequencing
  • Bioinformatics

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About the Course

About the Course

Molecular biology is a field of biology that focuses on the study of the molecular basis of biological activity.This course provides an introduction to the fundamental concepts and techniques of molecular biology, including DNA structure and function, regulation of gene expression, protein synthesis, and control of cellular processes. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the principles and applications of molecular biology through lectures.
Course Syllabus

Introduction to molecular biology

  • Definition and scope of molecular biology
  • The history of molecular biology
  • Key discoveries and milestones in the field

The Cell

  • The organisation of the cell
  • Cellular Molecules
  • The central dogma of molecular biology

DNA Structure and Replication

  • The chemical structure of DNA
  • DNA replication and its mechanisms
  • DNA damage and repair mechanisms
  • Replication in prokaryotes and eukaryotes

Transcription

  • Transcription of DNA to RNA
  • Types of RNA: messenger RNA, transfer RNA, ribosomal RNA

Translation

  • Translation of RNA to protein
  • Control of gene expression
Technologies you will use
BaSh

BaSh

AutoDock

AutoDock

Linux OS

Linux OS

Github

Github

Git

Git

R

R


Introduction to Molecular Biology

100% Practice Oriented
Mentorship
Immediately applicable skills
High quality portfolio projects
Price: $ 100 per month
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Here is the Plan

Estimated Time

2 weeks

Start by

March 6th

Prerequisites

None

Real world projects

From industry and academia

Self-paced, flexible learning

Control your learning time and pace

Support for computing

You don't have to buy a new computer to learn

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Your opportunity to land:

✅ Modern PhD Research Opportunity
✅ Bioinformatics Scientist/Analyst
✅ Research Internships
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