FRS 002X — Sec. 001
— (2 units) — CRN 76193 — M 3:10 – 5:00 pm
— 3002
LSA
Genetic Engineering of Humans
Instructor: Francis McNally, Department of Molecular & Cellular
Biology, Division of Biological Sciences
Description: In this seminar, we will examine how
modern molecular
biology techniques can be used to manipulate the genomes of humans, primarily
to prevent or cure diseases. Lecture and discussions will cover the potential
benefits and hazards associated with manipulating the genomes of
humans.
Format: The seminar will meet for two hours each week. Time
will be divided between informal lecture, discussion and student
presentations.
Grading: Students will be given a letter grade based
on participation in class discussions (33%), an oral presentation (33%) and
a written paper (33%).
About the Instructor: Professor McNally is a member of the
faculty of the Section of Molecular and Cellular Biology. His
research interests
include the mechanisms of chromosome segregation and the regulation
of microtubule
dynamics. Dr. McNally uses the nematode, Caenorhabditis elegans, as a model
system.