551-1407-00L  RNA Biology Lecture Series I: Transcription & Processing & Translation

SemesterAutumn Semester 2016
LecturersF. Allain, N. Ban, U. Kutay, further lecturers
Periodicitytwo-yearly recurring course
Language of instructionEnglish



Courses

NumberTitleHoursLecturers
551-1407-00 VRNA Biology Lecture Series I: Transcription & Processing & Translation2 hrs
Thu14:45-16:30HPL J 34 »
F. Allain, N. Ban, U. Kutay, further lecturers

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AbstractThis course covers aspects of RNA biology related to gene expression at the posttranscriptional level. These include RNA transcription, processing, alternative splicing, editing, export and translation.
ObjectiveThe students should obtain an understanding of these processes, which are at work during gene expression.
ContentTranscription & 3'end formation ; splicing, alternative splicing, RNA editing; the ribosome & translation, translation regulation, RNP biogenesis & nuclear export, mRNA surveillance & mRNA turnover; signal transduction & RNA.
Prerequisites / NoticeBasic knowledge of cell and molecular biology.

Performance assessment

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Performance assessment as a semester course
ECTS credits4 credits
ExaminersF. Allain, N. Ban, U. Kutay
Typesession examination
Language of examinationEnglish
RepetitionThe performance assessment is offered every session. Repetition possible without re-enrolling for the course unit.
Mode of examinationwritten 90 minutes
Written aidsNone
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