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7.02 Introduction to Experimental Biology, Fall 2001

An image of a DNA model sculpture.
DNA model sculpture. (Image courtesy of National Institute of Health.)

Highlights of this Course

A complete set of recitation notes, along with exams and samples of the labs are shown for this subject. The material focuses on the application of experimental techniques in microbiology, biochemistry, molecular biology, and developmental biology, emphasizing integration of factual knowledge with understanding the design of experiments and data analysis.

» View this course in Simplified Chinese courtesy of China Open Resources for Education (CORE).

Course Description

7.02 is a laboratory course introducing you to experimental techniques in microbiology, biochemistry, and cell biology. 7.02 emphasizes integrating factual knowledge with understanding the design of experiments and data analysis. The course is divided into four modules:

  • Genetics (GEN)
  • Protein Biochemistry (PBC)
  • Recombinant DNA Methods (RDM)
  • Development (DEV)

Each model introduces different experimental techniques and approaches. Although the techniques used in these modules may appear different, many of the underlying theoretical concepts are similar. The skills you learn in 7.02 will be very important should you later enter any research environment, or go on to graduate or medical school.

 

Staff

Professors:
Prof. Angelika Amon
Prof. Alex Rich
Prof. Mary-Lou Pardue
Prof. Andrew Chess
Kate Bacon Schneider
Deborah Kruzel

Course Meeting Times

Lectures:
Two Sessions / Week
1 hour / Session

Laboratory:
Two Sessions / Week
3+ hours / Session

Level

Undergraduate

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