Biotechnology
Full course description
Biotechnology is a thriving, innovative and diverse field in science and industry. It contributes in many aspects of our society for example, food production, pharmaceutical development and the treatment of waste.
In this course, you will be able to explore the different fields of biotechnology and get a clear understanding on how these applications influence our lives.
The first lectures will teach you the theory behind some of the most common techniques that have revolutionized biotechnology. Then, you will get insight in how biotechnological ideas can turn into commercial companies via guest lectures.
During this course, you will work in small groups and have the chance to come up with your own biotechnological idea and develop it into a prospective commercial product. The journey from brainstorming an idea to delivering a presentation about your product will be the focus in this course.
Course objectives
- Get insight in the different fields of biotechnology and their impact on society.
- Learn the theory of essential biotechnological techniques.
- Generate a biotechnological idea with potential to be commercialized.
Prerequisites
- BIO2001
Co-requisites
- None
Recommended reading
The suggested textbook for this course is: Thieman et al, Introduction to Biotechnology (4th edition, global edition). Pearson. ISBN: 9781292261799. Relevant references for scientific articles and webpages with additional information will be provided.