Genes, genomes and genetic manipulation
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In London
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Location
London
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Different dates available
Starting with the basics of cell biology you will learn about how genetic information is carried in our DNA on genes and chromosomes. You will learn how genes influence evolution and how we inherit our physical characteristics. You will also learn how our health may be determined by our genes, and how genes contribute to cancer and other diseases. The course will deliberate the uses of genetic manipulation and its uses in our modern lives – from ‘GM’ foodstuffs, medical research to DNA testing for paternity and forensic analysis.
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About this course
- Describe how the structure of DNA is directly linked to its function.
- State what is meant by the terms genes, chromosomes and genetic traits.
- Explain how genetic information is carried from one generation to the next.
- Outline some of the ways in which our genes and the environment govern our health – nature vs nurture.
- Recognise and evaluate genetic manipulation – and its uses.
Bring a notepad and pen. There are no additional costs for the course.
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Subjects
- Cell Biology
- Biology
- Testing
Course programme
- Basics of cell biology.
- Where do we find DNA?
- DNA structure and function
- How genes work and how do they carry information?
- Inheritance and evolution.
- Genetic diseases and cancer development.
- DNA testing for genetic diseases, paternity tests, forensic analysis.
- Uses of DNA technology and genetic manipulation for medicine, health and food.
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Genes, genomes and genetic manipulation