gene expression, manipulation of gene expression, gene silencing (RNAi and other), gene editing, genetically modified organisms, Biosafety related topics and experimental model system.
Practical
- Basic Molecular Techniques: (DNA extraction-plant, blood and microbial), Primer design, PCR, Gel electrophoresis, Demonstration on RNA extraction
- Cloning Techniques: Competent cells preparation, Restriction Enzyme digestion, Ligation, Transformation, Screening of transgenic colonies
- Bioinformatics: NCBI Resources & other Bioinformatics databases, File formats, Gene, Genomes sequence alignment & Phylogenetic analysis (Need to bring your own laptops. Internet facility is available)
- Agrobacterium mediated gene transformation, Gene gun, Transgenic detection
- Demonstration on Oxford Nanopore sequencing: Library preparation, Sequencing and data analysis
- Visit to laboratory with high-end facilities designed for GMO detection & Identification