Content, progress and pedagogy of the module

The goal of this module is to introduce students to modern methods used in biomedicine to investigate and diagnose disease processes, with a focus on methods used to study the diseases at molecular and cellular levels.

Learning objectives

Knowledge

• Recall the terminology, concepts, and theories in molecular and cellular biology associated to the methods discussed in the module, both under normal conditions and in disease.
• Identify and classify the different approaches for the study and diagnosis of disease processes, recognizing the advantages and limitations of each of these approaches
• Demonstrate understanding of the theory and principles behind the different molecular and cellular methods
• Identify the current perspectives and challenges in cell and molecular-based assays used in biomedicine

Skills

• Investigate and critically assess the relevant scientific literature
• Apply the theory to design experimental protocols, identifying the appropriate sources of materials and interpreting the corresponding technical specifications
• Select the appropriate methods in the context of a cell or molecular biological research problem
• Use basic routines to collect data from measurement instruments
• Use bioinformatic tools and databases to obtain and analyse relevant molecular biology data
• Qualitatively and quantitatively analyse experimental data and apply cell and molecular biology knowledge to interpret the results

Competences

• Critically assess, organize and present scientific information, both orally and in writing
• Integrate the obtained knowledge and skills within new areas to design, plan and conduct advanced tasks and projects
• Select the appropriate methods and approaches to aid the screening, diagnosis, and monitoring of diseases in their professional practice

Type of instruction

• Lectures and exercises. The last session of the module will consist of oral group presentations of a final assignment by the students.

Exam

Exams

Additional information

Please contact the  programme student counsellors if you consider applying to the education and you have questions.

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All other enquiries may be directed to Helene Nørgaard, secretary of the Study Board.