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BIOMO502-23A (HAM)
Molecular Genetics in Health and Disease
15 Points
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Linda Peters
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linda.peters@waikato.ac.nz
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What this paper is about
Tena koutou katoa. Welcome to BIOMO502-23A.
This paper explores how recent advances in molecular biology are contributing to our understanding of molecular genetics and how this information is being exploited to benefit animal and human health. This paper will examine four key areas of molecular genetics; genomics, epigenomics, transcriptomics and proteomics with seven exciting topics. Particular attention will be paid to key genetic changes that occurred during hominid evolution to adapt to the changing environment, how to edit genomes using CRISPR, how to identify polymorphic variations and disease susceptibility within genomes, how to monitor gene expression at the level of RNA and protein during disease, and understand the role of mutations in disease such as cancer. In addition, discuss the ethics of genetic testing, and medical treatment options.
How this paper will be taught
Three-hour sessions divided into seven seminars on six selected topics. The class has been provided 3 hours to ensure active discussion and fair participation. However, in some circumstance due to the nature of the topic and number of students, it maybe less than three hours.
Attendance to each of these sessions is necessary for the internal marks to be awarded. You will be expected to attend these seminars and read the reading list (section of scientific journal papers) prior to class.
There will be two topics that will be presented via ZOOM Topics II and V. The rest will be taught face-to-face in E2.01 as a powerpoint presentation, two page summary, and/or group discussion
Required Readings
Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete the course should be able to:
Assessments
How you will be assessed
The assessment will involve a variety of platforms:
- oral, written, and/or participation (by asking and or answering questions)
- indépendant or group work
- online or in person with face-to-face discussions
The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 50:50. The final exam makes up 50% of the overall mark.