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| ZOOL0211-1 | Introductory Seminars on Experimental Method
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| Duration : | 10h SEM |
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| Holder(s) : | N... |
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| Language : | Langue française |
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| Course contents : | The methods which are reported are described within the framework of examples selected among a few specific biology ways.
The main topics presented are:
- Methods used in molecular biology: RT-PCR, southern blot, northern blot, electrophoresis, FACS, tritiated thimidin incorporation, ...
- Methods using radioactive tracers: radiation detection, how to work adequately with radioisotopes, radioprotection, transepithelial flux measurements, compartment analysis, autoradiography, thimidin incorporation in cell culture, ...
- Methods in electromicroscopy: slice preparation, MEB, TEM, SCAN, micro-analysis, ... |
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| Course objective : | The aim of this course is to offer a basic smattering of the main methods used in animal biology investigations. |
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| Prerequisites : | Basic knowledges in chemistry and in physics. |
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| Organization : | Interactive seminars - visits of research laboratories. |
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| Written notes : | Selected reprints and review articles are offered to the students. |
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| Assessment : | Course attendance is obligatory. A detailed report on seminars content is requested. |
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| Contacts : | A.Péqueux, Chargé de Cours adjoint
Department of Science and Maintenance of the Environment, Laboratoty of Ecophysiology
Phone: (+32) 4 3665046, Fax: (+32) 4 3665020
e-mail: APequeux@ulg.ac.be |
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