Molecular Biology and Genetics

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Molecular Biology and Genetics

An introduction to the basic principles of molecular biology and genetics.

A series of experiments ideal for sparking interest and teaching how the study of life is made possible through the collaboration of microbiology, chemistry, and technology.

Through these experimental demonstrations, we are introduced to the principles of molecular biology. We examine the DNA molecule and answer questions such as what a mutation is, how it occurs, and what consequences it may have on the organism. We study the flow of genetic information, as well as the structure and diversity of genetic material. Finally, we learn about proteins and their structure and “compose” music using DNA.

The experiments inMolecular Biology and Genetics are adapted to be suitable for students in the Science Track of high school or third-year middle school.

 

Sections



1. Artificial Membrane

2. Structure – DNA Isolation

3. DNA Electrophoresis (*High School)

4. Cell Cycle

5. Central Dogma of Biology

6. Protein denaturation

7. Microorganisms

8. Observation of yeast

9. Macromolecule Structures

 

Educational Objectives

  • An Introduction to the Nature of Genetic Material (DNA).
  • An introduction to the field of molecular biology.
  • An introduction to the basic concepts of biology and the flow of genetic information.
  • Presenting complex concepts in a simple, interesting, and enjoyable way.
  • Connection to everyday life.
  • Experiential learning.

 

Bibliography – Additional Materials

  1. Mavrikaki, E., Gouva, M., Kampouri, A.Biology for 2nd and 3rd Year of Middle School. ITYE – DIOFANTOS. ISBN: 0212101250120120
  2. Bybee, R. W. Teaching Secondary School Science: Strategies for Developing Scientific Literacy. 9th Edition. ISBN-13: 978-0132304504
  3. Klug, W.S., Cummings, M.R., Spencer, C.A., and Palla, M.A.Basic Principles of Genetics. SBN: 978-618-5135-03-4
  4. Simon E. J. Edited by Minos G. Biology: Basic Concepts. 1st Edition. ISBN 9789605830779.
  5. Urry, L. A., Cain, M. L., Wasserman, S. A., Minorsky, P. V., Reece, J. B. Campbell Biology, 11th Edition, ISBN-13:978-0134093413.
  6. Watson J.D., Baker T.A., Bell S.P., Gann A., Levine M., Losick R. 7th Edition of *Molecular Biology of the Gene*. ISBN-13: 978-0321762436

 

For high school, in addition

  1. Adamantiadou S.M., Georgatou M., Giapitzakis C., Lakka L., Notaras D., Florentin N., Hatzigeorgiou G., Kalaitzidakis M., Pantazidis G. Biology, 3rd Year of General High School (General Education). ITYE – DIOFANTOS. ISBN: 0212200720120124.
  2. Alepourou – Marinos V., Argyrokastritis A., Komitopoulou A., Pialoglou P., Sgouritsa V.Biology for 12th Grade Science Track. ITYE – DIOFANTOS. ISBN: 0212201780120123.
  3. Kapsalis, A., Bourbouhakis I. E., Peraki V., Salamastrakis S. Biology II for General High School (General Education). ITYE – DIOFANTOS. ISBN: 0212200470120122.
  4. Arumugam N., Meyyan R.P. Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Evolution, and Ecology (Vol. 1). ISBN-13: 978-9382459927.
  5. Fowler, S., Roush, R., Wise, J. *Concepts of Biology*. ISBN-13: 978-1680921021.
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