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Cursus: NWI-MOL055
NWI-MOL055
Molecular Basis of Diseases
Cursus informatieRooster
CursusNWI-MOL055
Studiepunten (ECTS)6
CategorieBA (Bachelor)
VoertaalEngels
Aangeboden doorRadboud Universiteit; Faculteit der Natuurwetenschappen, Wiskunde en Informatica; Moleculaire Wetenschappen;
Docenten
Coördinator
prof. dr. R.E. Brock
Overige cursussen docent
Docent
prof. dr. R.E. Brock
Overige cursussen docent
Contactpersoon van de cursus
prof. dr. R.E. Brock
Overige cursussen docent
Collegejaar2016
Periode
KW3  (30-01-2017 t/m 09-04-2017)
Aanvangsblok
KW3
Onderwijsvorm
voltijd
Opmerking-
Inschrijven via OSIRISJa
Inschrijven voor bijvakkersJa
VoorinschrijvingNee
WachtlijstJa
Plaatsingsprocedure-
Cursusdoelen

At the end of the course the student is able to:

  • appreciate the numerous ways by which genetic defects can lead to disease and which options for therapy exist.
  • understand the introduced diagnostic techniques and research approaches, which currently are used to detect molecular defects and identify the molecular basis of the resulting disorders.
  • prepare a script and give a presentation to show training in literature-based research and presentation skills.
Inhoud

In this course, the students will be introduced to the molecular mechanisms of disease, for a number of genetic, immunologic and metabolic disorders. As such, the course is divided into three parts: Genetics, immunology and metabolism. In every subject, researchers will present disease-related subjects that are closely related to their own research. In comparison to other courses, this course is therefore less textbook-based and also less coherent, but instead presents state-of-the-art research results on a selection of highly relevant topics.
It will become clear, that in some cases, there is a direct relation between a disorder and a genetic defect. In other cases, such as in many immunological disorders, profound knowledge on the underlying molecular processes is required, even though there may still be a genetic predisposition.
Ultimately, the students will obtain an idea on the diversity of the molecular mechanisms underlying various pathologies and potential therapeutic approaches. Diagnostic techniques and analytical methods will be introduced as part of the lectures and during practical demonstrations. Where required, fundamental background knowledge will be introduced.
The preparation of a script and a presentation over one subject is an important element of the self studies. The presentations will be given towards the end of the course. Both, script and presentation are prepared in groups of 3 students. The subjects directly relate to one of the main themes of the course.
Presence is obligatory during the introductory lecture, the distribution of subjects for the scripts/presentations, the practical demonstrations, the presentations and the exam. Furthermore, presence during the lectures and feedback sessions is strongly recommended. This course is not textbook-based. Therefore, students will learn best by having maximum contact with the faculty. Handouts of all lectures are provided via Blackboard.

Bijzonderheden
This course will be taught in English
Toetsinformatie
Knowledge of the content of the lectures will be tested in an exam. The questions focus on principles and understanding. The exam will contribute 50 % to the final grade, script and presentation 25 %, each. For each part, at least a 5.0 is required in order to pass the course.
Voorkennis
The course focusses on molecular processes in relation to disorders. Fundamental knowledge of (bio-)chemical reactions and metabolic pathways is therefore required.This is a course in the programme 'Molecular Life Sciences'.
Literatuur
The required materials are provided in the form of publications, copies from textbooks, Power Point presentations and video recordings on Blackboard.
Werkvormen

• 16 hours computer course
• 18 hours lecture
• 10 hours question session
Extra information teaching methods:

• 18 hours lectures
• 10 hours question hours
• 16 practical demonstrations
• self study
Verplicht materiaal
Blackboard
The required materials are provided in the form of publications, copies from textbooks, Power Point presentations and video recordings on Blackboard.
Werkvormen
Computerpracticum
AanwezigheidsplichtJa

Hoorcollege

Practicum
AanwezigheidsplichtJa

Responsiecollege

Zelfstudie

Toetsen
Tentamen
Weging1
GelegenhedenBlok KW3, Blok KW4

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