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120.616.01
Advanced Concepts in Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology

Location
East Baltimore
Term
3rd Term
Department
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Credit(s)
1
Academic Year
2023 - 2024
Instruction Method
In-person
Class Time(s)
Tuesday, 12:00 - 1:20pm
Auditors Allowed
No
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Pass/Fail
Contact Name
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Description
Learn to expertly comprehend, critique, and present scientific papers
Provides a platform for students, postdoctoral fellows and faculty to present and discuss scientific papers from the current literature that deal with mechanisms underlying disease along with accompanying methods. Explores additional aspects that are relevant to conducting and conveying laboratory research, including study design and statistical analysis, manuscript and grant review, policy and practice, and risk assessment.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  1. Critically evaluate scientific papers and the quality of the science, including experimental design, data analysis, and statistical approaches
  2. Assess new methodological approaches in the areas of biochemistry, physiology, biophysics, cell and molecular biology, genomics, epigenetics, proteomics, and metabolomics
  3. Evaluate etiology of diseases and defects, such as Cancer and developmental perturbations, at the molecular, cellular, tissue, whole-organ, animal, and individual-to-population levels
  4. Demonstrate the skills necessary for conducting and conveying laboratory research, including study design and manuscript preparation
  5. Give a high-quality presentation that effectively conveys summaries of scientific results and advanced concepts
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
  • 50% Participation
  • 50% Presentation(s)
Enrollment Restriction
Restricted to PhD and ScM students, and Postdoctoral Fellows. Consent is required for MHS students. No undergraduates.
Special Comments

This is the onsite section of a course also held virtually/online. You are responsible for the modality in which you register.