Course manual 2017/2018
Course content
The significance of small movements to large-scale and slow
reorganizations are being discussed as well the experimental techniques
employed.
- DNA processing and dynamics (techniques: optical tweezers, AFM,
tethered particle motion, magnetic tweezers). DNA structure and
stability, DNA/RNA polymerase, DNA architectural proteins, DNA repair.
- Protein dynamics (techniques: ultrafast spectroscopy, Infrared and
Raman spectroscopy, single-molecule fluorescence). Photoactive proteins,
light-driven enzymes, Motor proteins, optogenetics.
- Membrane dynamics and remodeling (techniques AFM, single molecule,
electron microscopy). Photosynthesis, crowding and membrane protein
diffusion, Neuroimaging.
-superresolution microscopy
Objectives
Life is, by its very definition, a dynamic quantity. In this course an
overview is given of dynamic processes that take place in biomolecules,
membranes and cells in relation to biological functionality, and the
biophysical methods that are applied to study them.
Teaching methods
Learning activities
Activity | Hours |
Hoorcollege | 24.5 |
Tentamen | 5.5 |
Self study | 138 |
Total | 168 | (6 EC x 28 uur) |
Attendance
Requirements concerning attendance (OER-B).
In addition to, or instead of, classes in the form of lectures, the elements of the master’s examination programme often include a practical component as defined in article 1.2 of part A. The course catalogue contains information on the types of classes in each part of the programme. Attendance during practical components is mandatory.
Assessment
Fraud and plagiarism
The 'Regulations governing fraud and plagiarism for UvA students' applies to this course. This will be monitored carefully. Upon suspicion of fraud or plagiarism the Examinations Board of the programme will be informed. For the 'Regulations governing fraud and plagiarism for UvA students' see: www.student.uva.nl
Course structure
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