Advanced Cell & Molecular Biology, Biol 210, is a 3-unit graduate course under the MS Biology Program. Advanced cell and molecular biology is a field of study that focuses on the fundamental units of life, cells, and the molecular mechanisms that regulate their function. This field combines a range of techniques and approaches, including genetics, biochemistry, biophysics, and microscopy, to investigate the intricate processes that occur within cells and between cells and their environment.
Advanced cell and molecular biology covers a range of topics, such as cell signaling, gene expression, DNA replication, protein synthesis, and the regulation of cell division and differentiation. It also includes the study of cellular structures and organelles, such as the cytoskeleton, mitochondria, and endoplasmic reticulum, and their roles in cell function and homeostasis.
Advanced cell and molecular biology play a critical role in understanding the mechanisms of diseases, including cancer, genetic disorders, and infectious diseases. Researchers in this field use advanced technologies, such as CRISPR-Cas9 genome editing, high-throughput sequencing, and single-cell analysis, to investigate the underlying causes of these diseases and to develop new therapies.
- Teacher: Rexie Magdugo