Bioanalytical Methods in Clinical and Translational Research

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Pre -requisites: INCL 6005, INCL 6016, INCL 6041. This online course presents the evolution and application of the bioanalytical methods in clinical and translational research. Emphasis will be given to the laboratory safety, sample handling & ethics, bio - repository, protein analysis (UV -VIS spectroscopy, separation techniques, electrophoresis, gas chromatography, high performance liquid chromatography), flow cytometry, molecular biology techniques (DNA and RNA extraction, PCR, Nucleic Acid Hybridization and microarrays) and epigenetics, among others. The student will also be exposed to hands-on laboratory experience related to protein analysis. Instructional strategies include: lectures, group discussions, videoconference, laboratory demonstrations, interactive videos, and independent studies, among others. INCL 6085 - New Frontiers in Clinical and Translational Research. One (1) credit. This is a seminar series for the dissemination of the latest issues in Clinical Research. Distinguished Clinical Researchers will be invited to present their work. The speakers will provide some of their publications that will be required reading for the students.