BIO07022 2019 PROTEIN BIOTECHNOLOGY

List and explain the major bond types which accompany peptide and protein formation and understand what conditions need to be maintained to preserve their structure.

Illustrate and distinguish between the main secondary, tertiary and quaternary structures which are formed during protein synthesis and also the role and significance of post translational modifications.

Examine the key functions of proteins in cells and tissues and the characterize the role of proteins in human disease.

Demonstrate an ability to search and compare DNA and protein sequences and structures from sequencing databases using data mining techniques.

Demonstrate an ability to write industry standard reports with particular emphasis on effective referencing and prioritisiation/selection of relevant material. 

'This module will be delivered fulltime. This will include lectures and computer laboratory practicals augmented by independent learning and directed learning. This approach is expected to address student learning needs. Moodle will be used as a repository of educational resources and as a means of assessment (e.g. quizzes, uploading assignments and journals).

This module is 100% Continuous Assessment. There will be 3 number of MCQs given during the semester every four weeks. A written summary of a chosen peer reviewed article on protein will be submitted at the end of the semester. A project on a specific recombinant protein is submitted at the end of the semester which demonstrates the student's ability to critically evaluate an aspect of recombinant protein design and production.

Repeat Continuous Assessment and/or project resubmission.

Protein Structures

Protein bonding

Structural Domains

Protein adverse reactions

Post-translational modification

Protein Functions and protein as drugs

Proteins and Disease

Protein Modelling