550BCH - Molecular Biology

• Course Description

The course provides a comprehensive coverage of the major topics in molecular biology including, review of genes and their structure, transcription, replication and translation in prokaryotic cell, eukaryotic cell and viruses. Cell differentiation and cell control of cell proliferation at the molecular level.

• Objectives

1. To provide a comprehensive understanding of eukaryotic genome, its structure, variations, functions, abnormalities and control of gene expression
2. To have an inclusive knowledge about the mechanisms damaging the genome, and the mechanisms that correct these defects in vivo and how these defects may lead to complex diseases such as cancer.
3. To acquire knowledge in epigenetic modification strategies.