BIO-663 / 1 credit

Teacher(s): Kjeldsen Sandra Eloise, Raclot Charlène Mireille Raymonde, Turelli Priscilla

Language: English

Remark: 3-day Block course, every year in January. To register, contact EDMS Administration


Frequency

Every year

Summary

Introduction to epigenetics

Content

We will start with an introduction on epigenetics with a focus on human transposable elements and their epigenetic silencers. We will perform a Chromatin immunoprecipation (ChIP) experiment, a technique largely used in the field.

Note

Please note that you are not allowed to inscribe in your own group!

Note that 3 practical courses are mandatory for all EDMS students and that they have the priority; each course has between 2 to 4 possible slots.

Therefore, please do not register by yourself to this course, this will be done by the EDMS program administrator!

Keywords

Epigenetics

Learning Prerequisites

Recommended courses

Basic knowledge in cellular biology.

In the programs

  • Number of places: 2
  • Exam form: Oral (session free)
  • Subject examined: Practical - Trono Lab
  • Lecture: 6 Hour(s)
  • Practical work: 18 Hour(s)
  • Type: mandatory

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