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Phil Burns,
Michael Routledge,
and
Heiko Wurdak
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Topics Covered
- The chemical structure of DNA, genes and chromosomes.
- The importance of DNA in understanding the causes of genetic diseases.
- DNA replication and cell reproduction.
- The role of genes and proteins in controlling the activities of the cell and the cell cycle.
- How genes and chromosomes can be permanently altered when mistakes happen during DNA replication.
- The wide variety of different agents that can cause cancer.
- The differences between normal cells and cancer cells.
- Causes of genetic disease.
- Different types of genetic diseases and how they may arise.
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The course is very interesting and complex, but it is well-suited for anyone with a general interest in the science behind causes of human disease. No previous knowledge or experience is required.
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