Admission requirements
Successfully finalized a research project.
Description
To deepen the knowledge of and insights in one of the research fields mentioned below, by studying given chapters from one of the text books mentioned below:
Molecular Cell Biology, Prof. dr. H.P. Spaink, Dr. A.H. Meijer, Dr. E. Snaar, Dr. M.J.M. Schaaf
Book: Molecular biology of The Cell (Alberts, Edition 5)Molecular Genetics, Prof. dr. P.J.J. Hooykaas:
Book: Genes X (Lewin)Molecular Microbiology, Dr. A. Ram, Dr. D. Claessen
Book: Brock Biology of Microorganisms, (Madigan et al. 12th edition)Plant Developmental Genetics, Dr. R. Offringa
Book: Plant Biology, Smith, 2010Plant Cell Physiology, Prof. J. Memelink, Dr. H. Linthorst
Book: Plant Physiology (Tiaz and Zieger, 5th edition)
An alternative book on a different field may be selected, but has to be approved by one of the MCB staff, or by another qualified (external) examiner.
Learning goals
Course objectives:
To obtain detailed knowledge on a selected research field, and to test whether a student is able to master detailed information in a limited time (4 weeks).
Final qualifications:
An advanced MSc student with MCB research experience and detailed knowledge on a selected MCB research field.
Timetable
At any moment (see registration)
Mode of instruction
Guided self study
Assessment method
Oral examination with one of the examiners indicated above.
Blackboard
Details are provided on Black board
Reading list
See above, details are provided on Black board
Registration
Make an appointment with the appropriate MCB staff member or an other qualified (external) examiner, at least 4 weeks in advance.
Also register via USIS
Exchange and Study Abroad students, please see the Prospective students website for more information on how to apply.
Contact information
Dr. R. Offringa, email: r.offringa@biology.leidenuniv.nl
Remarks
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