Current Topics in Cellular and Molecular Biology

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Interactions between nucleic acids and proteins responsible for cell growth, division, and development. Assumes basic knowledge of biomolecules and gene expression. Topics include DNA and chromatin structure and modification, DNA cloning and sequencing, DNA replication and repair, DNA recombination and transposition, regulation of gene expression (transcription, RNA processing, translation, and protein modification), functions of non-coding RNAs, genomics, and analytical techniques of molecular /cellular biology. Original scientific literature study including student-facilitated discussions and a term paper. 3R. P: Any two of the following courses: BIO 317 , BIO 362 , BIO 452 , or CHM 371 or CHM 383 , Contemporary Composition; Oral Communication; CR: Sr. stdg., or IC.