Course - Molecular Biology - BI2014
Molecular Biology
About
About the course
Course content
The course covers molecular biology of eucaryotes. Focus is on gene regulation and mechanisms controlling cellular activities. Topics spans from the structure and organisation of eukaryotic genes and genomes to functional genomics and systems biology. We target why a gene is regulated and how? And what methods are used to study genes, gene activity and proteins. Then we address how we can analyse all genes, active genes and proteins in one go? We briefly discuss the mammalian immune system and how to make antibodies. And how antibodies can be used to detect and measure antigens.
The project report is addressing topics linked to molecular biology. The titles change every year and you will most likely be able to work on a topic you find interesting. Projects spans over a range of topics related to fields where molecular biology is relevant. This can be use of molecular biology to produce, screen, understand mechanisms, diagnose, test, evaluate, solve problems in our life.
Learning outcome
On completion of the course the students should be familiar with topics like gene and genome organisation, regulation and function. The complexity behind the control of molecular processes in eukaryotic cells is to be understood. A range of methods and principles are a part of the curriculum and an important goal is to develop a understanding for deciding of the right method to address the various problems.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures: 30 hours
Project: 20 hours
Compulsory assignments
- Approved project work and oral presentation
Further on evaluation
The course consists of two evaluation parts: a written exam (60%) and group work and oral presentation (40%). Both parts are given individual grades and if both are assessed as passed the grades will be calculated to one final grade.
In case of fail or if you want to improve your grade the written exam can be retaken in both semesters, even the one without teaching. The written exam can be changed to an oral exam in the semester when the course is not taught.
In case of fail or if you want to improve your grade for the project work and oral presentation you will have to follow the course during the next teaching semester and submit a new project and conduct the oral presentation again.
Recommended previous knowledge
Previous knowledge in biochemistry is recommended. BI1001 is recommended. Bi2015 is recommended.
Required previous knowledge
It is expected a background level similar to or higher than BI1001.
Course materials
Text book in english. Some own produced material
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| MNKBI214 | 7.5 sp | |
| TBT4146 | 2.5 sp | Autumn 2025 |
Subject areas
- Molecular Medicine
- Biology
- Biotechnology
- Cell Biology
Contact information
Course coordinator
Lecturers
Department with academic responsibility
Examination
Examination
School exam
The specified room can be changed and the final location will be ready no later than 3 days before the exam. You can find your room location on Studentweb.