Topics in Biotechnology - LIFE95016
Aims
Topics in Biotechnology provides a theoretical and practical grounding in modern biotechnology. Biotechnology is introduced in a historical context, and by comparison with synthetic chemistry as the main ‘competing technology’. Although biotechnology is an applied discipline, it depends upon the underpinning sciences of biochemistry and molecular biology. This principle is apparent in the 'Exploiting Metabolism' lecture series, which through several examples links fundamental understanding of metabolic systems to their exploitation in applications. In biotechnology, the design and troubleshooting of studies and experiments is arguably more open-ended than in other biological sciences, and more similar to engineering, as biotechnology principally involves the development and optimisation of non-natural biological systems rather than elucidating the function of natural biological systems. The course introduces this style of research, and provides students with the opportunity to experience it first-hand through a mini-project including laboratory practicals and associated workshops.
Role
Lecturer
Medical and Biochemical Science 1 - BIOE40007
Aims
The aims of this module are to: Introduce the underlying molecular basis of cellular and sub-cellular processes in cells, with special emphasis for engineers. Introduce students to some of the physiological concepts and systems that are important application areas for technology in the field of bioengineering. Develop the practical laboratory skills to use the technologies introduced in the lectures.
Role
Lecturer
Medical and Biological Science 1 - BIOE40010
Aims
The aims of this module are to: Introduce the underlying molecular basis of cellular and sub-cellular processes in cells, with special emphasis for engineers. Introduce students to some of the physiological concepts and systems that are important application areas for technology in the field of bioengineering. Develop the practical laboratory skills to use the technologies introduced in the lectures
Role
Lecturer
Medical and Biochemical Science 2 - BIOE50007
Aims
In this module you will build on your knowledge from Medical and Biochemical Science 1 module, and be introduced to new cellular and physiological concepts. The module aims to introduce you to further physiological systems with a strong emphasis on the nervous system and to introduce you to regulators and modulators of gene expression, i.e. genetics and epigenetics, with a specific focus on methylation. The module will also allow you to build competence with new wet lab skills and allow you to gain familiarity with a range of lab techniques that may be required in final year projects.
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Lecturer