Biology and Genetics (1st year)
A.Y. 2020/2021
Learning objectives
Lectures and practical laboratories aim at providing students with:
a) the description of cells and organisms as complex adaptive systems produced by the mechanisms of evolution and of the processes of cell division and gametogenesis in humans;
b) the comprehension of structure-function relationship and molecular recognition as the key principles underlying the action of informational molecules and the expression of genetic information in cells;
c) the concepts of continuity and variability of genetic information in living organisms;
d) the understanding of the modes of transmission of inherited traits and the mechanisms that give rise to normal and pathological phenotypic variation in humans;
e) foundations of molecular and genetic analysis methodology and its impact on medical practice, and the applications of pre- and post-natal genetic testing.
a) the description of cells and organisms as complex adaptive systems produced by the mechanisms of evolution and of the processes of cell division and gametogenesis in humans;
b) the comprehension of structure-function relationship and molecular recognition as the key principles underlying the action of informational molecules and the expression of genetic information in cells;
c) the concepts of continuity and variability of genetic information in living organisms;
d) the understanding of the modes of transmission of inherited traits and the mechanisms that give rise to normal and pathological phenotypic variation in humans;
e) foundations of molecular and genetic analysis methodology and its impact on medical practice, and the applications of pre- and post-natal genetic testing.
Expected learning outcomes
Students who have attended classes/labs are expected:
a) to put the basics of scientific reasoning into practice when expounding concepts and results of biomedical research, and to handle the relevant bibliographic and bioinformatics search tools;
b) to grasp the fundamental molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying genetic and epigenetic control of cells and organisms;
c) to master the facts of male and female gametogenesis, highlighting biological and genetic differences and effects;
d) to master the facts underlying the transmission of inherited traits and the mechanisms that regulate normal and pathological phenotypic variation in humans;
e) to be acquainted with the applications of biomolecular and genetic investigation methods to medical practice, critically illustrating their applications in pre- and post-natal settings.
a) to put the basics of scientific reasoning into practice when expounding concepts and results of biomedical research, and to handle the relevant bibliographic and bioinformatics search tools;
b) to grasp the fundamental molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying genetic and epigenetic control of cells and organisms;
c) to master the facts of male and female gametogenesis, highlighting biological and genetic differences and effects;
d) to master the facts underlying the transmission of inherited traits and the mechanisms that regulate normal and pathological phenotypic variation in humans;
e) to be acquainted with the applications of biomolecular and genetic investigation methods to medical practice, critically illustrating their applications in pre- and post-natal settings.
Lesson period: Second semester
Assessment methods: Esame alla fine del gruppo
Assessment result: Inserire codice AF
Single course
This course cannot be attended as a single course. Please check our list of single courses to find the ones available for enrolment.
Course syllabus and organization
Single session
Responsible
BIO/13 - EXPERIMENTAL BIOLOGY - University credits: 5
Informal teaching: 16 hours
Lessons: 48 hours
Lessons: 48 hours
Professors:
Gallina Andrea, Gervasini Cristina Costanza Giovanna, Massa Valentina, Sirchia Silvia Maria
Shifts:
Professor:
Gallina Andrea
Classe unita
Professor:
Gallina AndreaGruppo 1 e 2
Professor:
Gallina AndreaGruppo 3 e 4
Professor:
Massa ValentinaGruppo 5 e 6
Professor:
Sirchia Silvia MariaGruppo 7 e 8
Professor:
Gervasini Cristina Costanza Giovanna