Analytic Methods in Biotechnology I

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Students will become familiar with the theory and application of many analytical methods currently utilized in the field of biotechnology. These methods will include: ELISA and immunoaffinity techniques; methods for determining enzymatic activity; spectrophotometric methods; chromatographic methods; electrophoresis; light and electron microscopy. When feasible, techniques will be practiced in the laboratory setting. Methods utilizing radioactive isotopes will be discussed. Considerable emphasis will be placed on proper methods for data recording, analysis and presentation.