TOPICS IN BIOTECHNOLOGY

MICROBIO 470

Examines modern microbial genetics and molecular processes. Emphasis on the use of eubacterial and eukaryotic microbes to elucidate cellular function. Discussion of experimental approaches to study microbes and their use in biotechnology, bioremediation, and medicine.

ABT 715

Application of biological and chemical methods to modern biotechnological product development. Overview of analysis techniques used to characterize products and evaluate quality and safety. Exploration of technological pipeline from conception to market, including proof-of-concept assessment, pre-clinical trials, clinical trials, and post-production testing.

BIOMDSCI 831

Investigate state-of-the-art topics of global importance to biotechnology. Integrated skills and knowledge to achieve synergistic levels of understanding the importance of biotechnology today. Formulate the scientific, ethical, and regulatory standards used in the development of novel technologies around the globe. Increase awareness for intellectual collaboration and entrepreneurship opportunities.

CRB 844

Focuses on state-of-the-art topics of global importance in biotechnology. Skills and knowledge from previous courses are integrated and applied to achieve a new level of synthesis and depth of understanding about important programs in biotechnology today. Deepen technical understanding of novel technologies and broaden awareness of ethical and regulatory issues in biotechnology globally. Increase awareness of opportunities for intellectual collaboration and entrepreneurship.

ABT 765

A survey of biotechnology assessments in areas such as regenerative medicine, agricultural biotechnology, and bioremediation. Course links disciplines with the critical evaluative role played by scientific discovery, market valuation, intellectual property, freedom-to-operate (FTO), and licensing strategy by assessing the role each played in the commercialization of a specific technology.