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33588-01 - Lecture: Concepts and Methods of Green Biotechnology (1 CP)
| Semester | spring semester 2026 |
| Course frequency | Every spring sem. |
| Lecturers | Diana Santelia (diana.santelia@unibas.ch, Assessor) |
| Content | This course provides a comprehensive overview of the molecular, genetic, and computational tools used to improve plant agronomic traits, from domestication to modern genome engineering. It covers conventional breeding and genetic engineering approaches, including classical selection, genomics-based methods, Agrobacterium tumefaciens–mediated transformation, RNA interference (RNAi), and genome editing, with emphasis on CRISPR–Cas systems. The course includes guided journal club sessions and a bioinformatics workshop on gene cloning, and addresses regulatory, political, and societal aspects of plant biotechnology. |
| Learning objectives | By the end of this course, students will be able to: 1) Explain the molecular and genetic principles underlying conventional breeding and genetic engineering approaches used in plants. 2) Compare conventional breeding, genetic engineering, and genome editing with respect to their mechanisms, outcomes, and limitations. 3) Critically evaluate primary scientific literature in plant biotechnology and communicate scientific arguments during guided journal club discussions. 4) Perform and interpret basic bioinformatics analyses related to gene cloning. |
| Bibliography | Lecture documentation can be downloaded by registered students on ADAM (see weblink). |
| Weblink | https://adam.unibas.ch |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Use of digital media | No specific media used |
| Interval | Weekday | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| unregelmässig | See individual dates | ||
Dates
| Date | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 17.02.2026 | 14.15-17.00 | Geographie, Seminarraum EG 0-09 |
| Tuesday 03.03.2026 | 14.15-17.00 | Geographie, Seminarraum EG 0-09 |
| Tuesday 10.03.2026 | 14.15-17.00 | Geographie, Seminarraum EG 0-09 |
| Tuesday 24.03.2026 | 14.15-17.00 | Geographie, Seminarraum EG 0-09 |
| Tuesday 14.04.2026 | 14.15-17.00 | Geographie, Seminarraum EG 0-09 |
| Tuesday 28.04.2026 | 14.15-17.00 | Geographie, Seminarraum EG 0-09 |
| Tuesday 12.05.2026 | 14.15-17.00 | Geographie, Seminarraum EG 0-09 |
| Tuesday 19.05.2026 | 14.15-17.00 | Geographie, Seminarraum EG 0-09 |
| Tuesday 02.06.2026 | 14.15-15.15 | Geographie, Seminarraum EG 0-09 |
| Modules |
Courses: Master's Studies Ecology (Master's Studies: Ecology (Start of studies before 01.08.2025)) Courses: Master's Studies Plant Science (Master's Studies: Plant Science (Start of studies before 01.08.2025)) Electives Bachelor Biology: Recommendations (Bachelor's Studies: Biology) Module: Courses for Master's Studies in Ecology (Master's Studies: Ecology) Module: Courses for Master's Studies in Plant Science (Master's Studies: Plant Science) |
| Assessment format | continuous assessment |
| Assessment details | written exam, 60 min 02.06.2026, 14:15 h, Ort folgt |
| Assessment registration/deregistration | Reg.: course registration, dereg: cancel course registration |
| Repeat examination | no repeat examination |
| Scale | 1-6 0,5 |
| Repeated registration | as often as necessary |
| Responsible faculty | Faculty of Science, studiendekanat-philnat@unibas.ch |
| Offered by | Integrative Biologie |