Course - Introduction to Molecular Medicine - MOL3000
MOL3000 - Introduction to Molecular Medicine
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: School exam
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School exam | 100/100 | 4 hours | D |
Course content
The lectures will cover the organisation and major features of the human genome, such as replication, gene expression, epigenetics and the role of non-coding RNA. Consequences of mutations and polymorphisms, inherited diseases and molecular aspects of major common diseases, such as cancer, diabetes, vascular and coronary disease are central topics. Infectious diseases and treatment, applied bioinformatics, drug development and use of stem cells and organoids will also be addressed.
Learning outcome
After completing the course MOL3000, the student is able to:
- describe the organization of the human genome and its functional regulation, including replication and maintenance, gene expression, epigenetic modifications and the role of non-coding RNA
- explain the impact of genes, inheritance and environment on disease
- describe how microorganisms cause infection, the mechanisms of action of antimicrobial drugs and how antimicrobial resistance develops
- describe important methods in molecular medicine, including gene editing, the use of stem cells and organoids, and the stages of drug development
- understand how normal cellular processes change, fail or get destroyed in common complex diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular and brain-related disorders
- apply and interpret data from simple bioinformatic tools
- discuss and orally present scientific papers within the field of Molecular Medicine (in English)
Learning methods and activities
The curriculum of the course is defined by learning objectives. Lectures, team-based learning sessions and article presentations are included. The language of instruction and examination is English, and the exam must be answered in English.
Compulsory assignments
- Article presentation
Further on evaluation
Written exam. The exam must be answered in English.
Retake of the exam: Compulsory activities from previous semester may be approved by the department.
Compulsory Activity - article presentation in the group
Specific conditions
Compulsory activities from previous semester may be approved by the department.
Recommended previous knowledge
Basic knowledge of cell biology, microbiology, biochemistry, genetics and molecular biology
Required previous knowledge
Admission to a bachelor's or master's degree in Biochemistry, Biology, Biomedical Science, Biotechnology, Molecular Medicine or Medical Technology
Course materials
Suggested textbook: Molecular Medicine - An Introduction Author: Jens Kurreck, Cy Aaron Stein ISBN: 9783527675098
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| MOL3100 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2013 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2022
Language of instruction: English
Location: Trondheim
- Molecular Medicine
- Medical Technology
- Biotechnology/Molecular Genetics
- Bioinformatics
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Biotechnology
- Cell Biology
- Medicine
- Anders Sundan
- Barbara van Loon
- Bodil Merete Kavli
- Duan Chen
- Frank Skorpen
- Jan Egil Afset
- Marit Otterlei
- Morten Beck Rye
- Nathalie Jurisch-Yaksi
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Clinical and Molecular Medicine
Examination
Examination arrangement: School exam
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD School exam 100/100 D 2022-12-08 15:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates SL310 turkis sone Sluppenvegen 14 23 SL238 Sluppenvegen 14 1 SL430 Sluppenvegen 14 3 SL228 Sluppenvegen 14 1 - Spring ORD School exam 100/100 D 2023-05-30 15:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates SL311 lyseblå sone Sluppenvegen 14 1 SL321 Sluppenvegen 14 1
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"