Course overview
This course aims to extend the discussions of protein structure and function presented in the Biochemistry Level 2 courses and to use this knowledge to gain an understanding of some of the essential processes of molecular biology at a molecular level.
Course learning outcomes
- Understand key theoretical aspects of the regulation of cellular signalling, proliferation and differentiation in the context of diseases such as cancer
- Understand and explain the concepts of genetic mutations, oncogenes, tumour suppressor genes, clonal selection, cell cycle check points and DNA repair and their contribution to diseases such as cancer
- Understand the basis of advanced experimental processes and apply this knowledge to design specific experimental protocols and understand of the ethical implications of this research
- Find, read, interpret and critically analyse scientific literature relevant to specific diseases such as cancer
- Demonstrate the ability to work in teams and effectively communicate scientific outcomes
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