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Module 1: The Building Blocks of Life

By the end of this module you will be able to identify and describe the fundamental molecular components of living organisms and their basic functions.

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1.1

Atoms and Molecules in Biology

Biggest Breakthroughs in Biology and Neuroscience: 2024

16 minutes

1.2

Carbohydrates

8 minutes

1.3

Lipids

Lipids types and structures explained

56 minutes

1.4

Proteins

9 minutes

1.5

Nucleic Acids

Introduction to Nucleic acids | structure, function and components

27 minutes

Required Reading & References

Module 2: The Cell

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By the end of this module you will be able to describe the structure and function of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, including key organelles.

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Module 3: Genetics and Inheritance

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By the end of this module you will be able to explain the principles of Mendelian genetics, DNA replication, transcription, and translation.

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Module 4: Molecular Biology Techniques

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By the end of this module you will be able to understand the basic principles behind common molecular biology techniques relevant to bioinformatics.

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Biology for Computational Biologists

Module 1: The Building Blocks of Life

Module 1: The Building Blocks of Life

Topics

Required Reading & References

Module 2: The Cell

Module 2: The Cell

Module 3: Genetics and Inheritance

Module 3: Genetics and Inheritance

Module 4: Molecular Biology Techniques

Module 4: Molecular Biology Techniques

References

Week 1: Module 1: The Building Blocks of Life

Chapter 2: The Chemical Foundation of Life

Introduction to Macromolecules

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