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To understand the basic principles of the new technologies used in agrobiotechnology, transgenesis and genomics, as well as their social impact.
The course is designed to show students interested in biotechnology a global view of the various aspects of agrobiotechnology.
BUCHANAN, B. B., GRUISSEM, W. & JONES, R. L.: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology of Plants. American Society of Plant Biologists Publications.
MAARTEN, J., CHRISPEELS & SADAVA, D. E.: Plants, Genes and Crop Biotechnology. American Society of Plant Biologists Publications.
Lessons on theory, practical laboratory activities and a course paper concerning a topic on the current situation (scientific, regulative, or commercial) of a genetic modification on a certain transgenic crop.
A final exam. Course papers and tests given without warning during the school year will increase or decrease the final grade obtained in the final exam.
