NOTE! This course belongs to a previous semester/year
BIO-3322
RNA biology
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10
ects
The course is administrated by
Det helsevitenskapelige fakultet
Type of course
Spring course.
This course can be taken as a singular course.
Course contents
The point of departure for the course is RNA-based evolution and the relationship between RNA-structure and function. A central part of the course will be a description of cellular structures in which RNA has a pivotal functional role such as natural catalytic RNA, the spliceosome, proteosome and ribosome. Finally, new aspects of clinical use of RNA as a molecular tool will be discussed.
Objective of the course
To convey new knowledge about RNA's function in biological contexts spanning molecular evolution and structure, cellular functions and clinical application
Language of instruction and examination
English
Teaching methods
Lectures and seminars
Assessment methods
Written exam (3 hours). Grade type: alphabetical grades (A-F).
Coursework requirements Compulsory seminar
Re-sit examination For students who did not pass their exam, or were unable to sit their exam due to medical reasons etc., we offer a re-sit examination early in the following semester.