Course code: BIO-3322

RNA biology

Campus
Semester / Year Spring 2009
Credits 10
BIO-3322 RNA biology - 10 ects
The course is administrated by
Faculty of Medicine
Type of 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).
A re-sit exam will be arranged in this course.

Coursework requirements
Compulsory seminar
Date of written examination
10.06.2009 - Examination date is preliminary and may be subject to change. The definitive examination date will be announced on notice boards at the faculties at the beginning of the month of May for the spring semester and the beginning of the month of November for the autumn semester.
Course overlap
BIO-3322 RNA biology 10
Recommended reading/syllabus
Syllabus will be available on Classfronter.


Lectures Spring 2009
First attendance is obligatory: See Schedule for more information.
Forelesninger The course is a crash course with a duration of 2-3 weeks. See Schedule for more information about the timetable.

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