Course Syllabus
Syllabus
Topics covered include:
- Definition and objectives of genomics and proteomics applied to toxicology
- Presentation of the main study strategies of the genome and proteome
- Databases and Data Research Tools
- Presentation of the principles of mass spectrometry and identification of proteins
- Experimental design and analysis of genomic and proteomic data
- DNA Sequencing, Gene Identification, and Gene / Protein Phylogenetics
- Theoretical and practical training on the identification of proteins using bioinformatics tools, extraction of proteins from biological samples and their separation in polyacrylamide gel
Learning & Teaching
- Lectures and practical: 42 hr
- Seminary: group autonomous work with oral presentation
Teaching Staff
A. Antunes Perira (Coord.)
Semester: 2
Timetable slot: To be advised
ECTS: 6
Level: Optional
Assessment
- Written examination (50%)
- Continuous evaluation (10%)
- Seminary and oral presentation (40%)
Course Evaluation
By completion of University Unit Evaluation Questionnaire by students, annual assessment by Unit Coordinator.