Course Description
The course will be delivered in two sections. Section one will cover cutting-edge molecular biology of bacteria focussing on DNA and RNA processes. Specific topics included are; CRISPR-Cas in biology and as a genome editing tool via CRISPR-Cas9; the human microbiome; antibiotic resistance mechanisms and replication of viruses. Section two will cover infections by microorganisms. This will focus on host-pathogen interactions, for example cell envelope structure, and the molecular biology of how bacterial toxins cause disease.
Course Subject
Biology
Exchange Location
Nottingham
Partner Course Code
LIFE3032
Term
Spring
U of A Equivalent Course
MCB Department Elective, Upper Division
U of A Units
2.5