Biotechnology
Engineering biology: CRISPR, genetic engineering, bioinformatics, synthetic biology, and bioethics.
8 Topics
Bioethics
Bioethics examines the ethical, legal, and social implications of biotechnology, medicine, and healthcare. Learners will analyze complex moral dilemmas surrounding genetic modification, clinical trials, resource allocation, and patient autonomy.
Bioinformatics
Bioinformatics combines biology, computer science, and statistics to analyze large biological datasets. Learners will understand how to use computational tools and algorithms to sequence genomes, analyze protein structures, and identify genetic variations.
Biotechnology & Synthetic Biology
This field covers the manipulation of biological systems and organisms to develop products and technologies. Learners will understand genetic engineering techniques, metabolic pathway design, and how to apply synthetic biology principles to medicine, agriculture, and environmental remediation.
CRISPR Technology
CRISPR technology focuses on the mechanisms and applications of RNA-guided gene editing. Learners will understand how the Cas9 system targets and modifies DNA sequences, its therapeutic potential, and its use in agricultural biotechnology.
Genetic Engineering
Genetic engineering involves the direct manipulation of an organism's genes using biotechnology. Learners will understand recombinant DNA techniques, gene splicing, and how to modify organisms for medical, agricultural, and industrial applications.
Genetics
Genetics is the study of heredity, genes, and variation in living organisms. Learners will understand how genetic information is encoded, replicated, and inherited, as well as how genetic mutations contribute to diseases and evolutionary processes.
Pharmaceutical Development
This topic covers the process of discovering, designing, testing, and manufacturing new drugs. Learners will understand drug discovery pathways, clinical trial phases, regulatory approval processes, and the pharmacology of therapeutic compounds.
Synthetic Biology
Synthetic biology applies engineering principles to design and construct new biological parts, devices, and systems. Learners will understand how to redesign existing natural biological systems to produce biofuels, pharmaceuticals, and novel materials.