551-0307-01L  Molecular and Structural Biology II: Molecular Machines and Cellular Assemblies

SemesterSpring Semester 2020
LecturersN. Ban, F. Allain, S. Jonas, M. Pilhofer
Periodicityyearly recurring course
Language of instructionEnglish
CommentD-BIOL students are obliged to take part I and part II as a two-semester course.



Courses

NumberTitleHoursLecturers
551-0307-01 VMolecular and Structural Biology II: Molecular Machines and Cellular Assemblies2 hrs
Mon12:45-14:30HCI J 3 »
N. Ban, F. Allain, S. Jonas, M. Pilhofer

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AbstractThis course on advanced topics in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry will cover the structure and function of cellular assemblies. General topics in basic biochemistry will be further developed with examples of the function of large cellular machines involved in DNA packaging, translation, virus architecture, RNA processing, cell-cell interactions, and the molecular basis of CRISPER systems.
ObjectiveStudents will gain a deep understanding of large cellular assemblies and the structure-function relationships governing their function in fundamental cellular processes. The lectures throughout the course will be complemented by exercises and discussions of original research examples to provide students with a deeper understanding of the subjects and to encourage active student participation.
ContentAdvanced class covering the state of the research in structural molecular biology of basic cellular processes with emphasis on the function of large cellular assemblies.
Lecture notesUpdated handouts will be provided during the class.
LiteratureThe lecture will be based on the latest literature. Additional suggested
literature:
Branden, C., and J. Tooze, Introduction to Protein Structure, 2nd ed.
(1995). Garland, New York.

Performance assessment

Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again)
Performance assessment as a two-semester course together with 551-0307-00L Molecular and Structural Biology I: Protein Structure and Function
For programme regulationsBachelor's Degree Programme in Biology 2013; Version 10.03.2020
Master's Degree Programme in Biology 2017; Version 13.10.2022
Master's Programme in Biology 2006; Version 28.05.2018
ECTS credits6 credits
ExaminersR. Glockshuber, F. Allain, N. Ban, S. Jonas, K. Locher, M. Pilhofer, E. Weber-Ban
Typesession examination
Language of examinationEnglish
RepetitionThe performance assessment is offered every session. Repetition possible without re-enrolling for the course unit.
Mode of examinationwritten 150 minutes
Written aidsa simple non-programmable calculator
Performance assessment as a semester course (other programmes)
ECTS credits3 credits
ExaminersN. Ban, F. Allain, S. Jonas, M. Pilhofer
Typesession examination
Language of examinationEnglish
RepetitionThe performance assessment is offered every session. Repetition possible without re-enrolling for the course unit.
Mode of examinationwritten 75 minutes
Written aidsKeine.
This information can be updated until the beginning of the semester; information on the examination timetable is binding.

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