Ateneo - UPO

Methods of molecular genetics to identify gene mutations.

no text, only slides, handouts and protocols distributed by the teacher in the laboratory

To apply the basic methods of molecular genetics such as PCR, electrophoresis and sequencing through theory and practical laboratory activities

Fundamentals of genetics

Frontal lessons and practical laboratory activity aimed at performing genetic analysis

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The knowledge will be verified by written exam with multiple choice questions.

DNA investigation methods. Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR); Analysis of STR, RFLP and fingerprint ; DNA sequencing; Methods for the identification of nucleotide variations. Genomic analysis through next generation use of the main databases or genome browser: UCSS, NCBI, PUBMED

Apply knowledge to the genetic diagnostics and to the interpretation of the results