BMS5103 — Techniques in Biomed Research
Techniques in Biomedical Research will provide an introduction to the research environment in a biomedical laboratory. The introductory material will describe the concepts, theory and applications behind a set of techniques. The laboratory time will put in practice key skills and practical aspects of each technique. The course will focus on common research models and techniques students are likely to encounter during their independent research such as sterile technique, basic molecular biology techniques, cell culture, microscopy, and an introduction to common laboratory organisms (fruit flies and mice). Students will discuss practical aspects of experimental design, data analysis, and producing charts and graphs to support the data. The goal for this course is to train students in basic techniques to ensure they understand how to use the appropriate technique to explore the question that they are hoping to answer.