Biological Sciences 321TC - Biotechnology

Biotechnology aims to improve the quality of human life by selectively modifying biological systems to meet a specific need. We will examine topics in medicine, ecology, sustainable energy, and food technology at the molecular level to learn how biotechnology can be developed and applied to overcome a variety of challenges. Discussions will incorporate recent advances in the fields of microbiology, metabolic engineering, and synthetic biology through evaluation of the primary literature.

Prereq: BIOL-230 (or BIOL-210 and BIOL-220).