Okay, we’ve got a pretty good understanding the central dogma of molecular biology, genes code for proteins. This week we have two objectives. One, I want you all to have a better understanding of how genes are transcribed and translated. We’ll do a modeling activity and talk about the players (mRNA, tRNA and ribosomes). Two, we’ll apply the knowledge gained from the transformation lab to better understand the methods behind genetically modified foods (GMOs), and we’ll look for GM markers is foods we eat every day. Get ready to learn more about how to feed the world.
Monday (4/19/10): From Gene to Protein (lecture)
Tuesday (4/20/10): From Gene to Protein (modeling activity)
Wednesday (4/21/10): The science behind GM foods and “highly reliable” foods
Thursday (4/22/10): DNA isolation from GM foods
Friday (4/23/10): Set up PCR of GM foods (if time permits)
Tags: from gene to protein, GM Foods
