Admission requirements
This course is for MSc students in Biology.
Contact
Coordinator: Prof.dr. A. Briegel
Email: a.briegel@biology.leidenuniv.nl
Description
This course is about advanced cell biology. The course will cover 6 different topics which will all be introduced by one of the lecturers. The topics of this course are: Cytoskeleton, Energy, Cell cycle, Cell signaling, Cell envelope, and DNA/nucleus. Subsequently research papers about each topic are handed out for students to review in groups. After preparation, the selected topics will be presented by these groups to all students and teachers. Special emphasis will be on comparing bacteria to eukaryotes.
Learning goals
Course objectives:
Expand theoretical knowledge on fundamentals of cell biology. Learn to critically read and understand experimental research papers on these subjects.
Final qualifications:
Theoretical textbook (see below) knowledge on 6 topics: Cytoskeleton, Energy, Cell cycle, Cell signaling, Cell envelope, and DNA/nucleus.
Ability to critically evaluate research papers on these subjects
Timetable
On Mondays from 27 November 2017 to 2 March 2018. Programme details will be announced via Blackboard.
Mode of instruction
Lectures, self study, student presentations
Assessment method
Exam, presentations
Blackboard
Powerpoint presentations will be put on blackboard
Reading list
Compulsory book: Molecular biology of the cell (5th of 6th edition), chapters 10-19 and 21
Registration
Via USIS and enroll in Blackboard
Exchange and Study Abroad students, please see the Prospective students website for more information on how to apply.