Biotechnology
Objectives
The aim of curricular unit is to provide basic knowledge, competencies, and skills in Biotechnology. This course provides an overview of biotechnology in the microbial, marine, animal, and medical fields.
General characterization
Code
12030
Credits
3.0
Responsible teacher
Maria Alexandra Núncio de Carvalho Ramos Fernandes
Hours
Weekly - 2
Total - 33
Teaching language
Português
Prerequisites
Previous attendance of the Laboratory Techniques in Biology I and II, Molecular Biology, and Molecular Genetics is required.
Bibliography
Books:
- Molecular Biotechnology: Principles and Applications of Recombinant DNA. 2017. Jack J.Pasternak and Cheryl L Patten. ASM Press,USA.
- Biotecnologia: Fundamentos e aplicações. 2003. N. Lima e M. Mota (Editores). Lidel.
Several scientific papers
Teaching method
online or otherwise stated
Powerpoint and bibliographic references
Evaluation method
test - 65% final grade
oral presentation + discussion of paper - 35% final grade
(compliance for frequency)
Grade > 9,5 (in both evaluation methodologies) to have frequency
Subject matter
Microbial Biotechnology
Historical aspects of Microbial Biotechnology. Primary and secondary metabolic products. Microorganisms as cell factories. Expression and secretion vectors. Applications.
Biotechnology Areas of Application
Blue biotechnology
Animal Cells
Culture of animal cells. Applications in Laboratory, Biotech Industries and Pharmaceutical Industry. Therapeutic cloning and regenerative medicine.