BIO3513Lab: Genetics - Fall 2021

Abstract

develop the following laboratory skills: data analysis (chi-square test); microscopy - brightfield microscopy, stereomicroscopy, inverted microscopy; chromosome staining; Allium genotoxicity assay; Ames assay; basic techniques in handling Drosophila melanogaster; paper chromatography; DNA gel electrophoresis; DNA extraction; basic techniques in passaging and counting cultured mammalian cells; basic techniques in handling bacteria and yeasts; DNA quantification by UV spectrophotometry • usage of PubMed as a research tool; • usage of On-line Mendelian Inheritance in Man (OMIM); • understanding of the field of genotoxicology; • further develop writing and library research skills; and • develop oral communication skills