Project in Molecular Biology

Projects in Molecular Biology consist of performing a limited investigation in the laboratory of the advisor. At the outset the student will receive a succinct introduction to the main research project, the methods used and to the strategic choices for attacking a specific subset of problems, by studying some original research papers. The contents of a project will be defined by the student advisor, but will always include methods of great relevance for research in molecular biology. The extent of the course is defined by the credits, and should include 200-240 hours work at the laboratory, or 25-30 working days. Since MOL231 constitutes 1/3 of standard working load during one semester, the laboratory work will be done as part-time work. The duration of the course may vary depending on other courses the student chooses and the schedule of the student advisor. As a minimum, students should expect 6 weeks at the laboratory, but because of other exams and courses, the duration may be extended to 8-10 weeks. Students should be able to start the project work during the second week of the semester, so that it will finish before other exams take place. Some projects may start at alternative points of time, depending on the schedule of the student advisor.]

Knowledge

The student

• can explain the principles behind the experiments required for his or her project work
• is familiar with the appropriate laboratory safety regulations both with regard to personal and environmental aspects

Skills

The student

• is able to carry out molecular biology experiments, analyze and interpret the results
• can keep a detailed and accurate laboratory journal
• can demonstrate communication skills in writing an presenting a poster of own results
• reads relevant scientific literature

General competance

The student

• has the ability to assess scientific literature needed for the task of planning and conducting a research project

10 ECTS

Bachelor