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Biology for non-biologists

Fill the gap between the bioinformatic experimental hypotheses and data science

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14

Total sessions

30+

Total Hours

10

Students

4

Projects

Overview

This course bridges the gap between experimental biological hypotheses and data science, providing participants with a comprehensive foundation in biological concepts essential for bioinformatics. It is designed to help computer scientists and bioinformaticians build a solid understanding of life sciences and their practical applications in data-driven research.

After completing this workshop, you will be able to:

  1. Understand the fundamental characteristics of living organisms.
  2. Grasp the basics of biological classification and molecular biology.
  3. Comprehend the central dogma of life and its implications.
  4. Explore the regulatory mechanisms of metabolic processes.
  5. Familiarize themselves with essential medical terminology.
  6. Gain insights into modern genetics, including non-coding RNA, epigenetics, and bacterial and fungal genetics.

Content

  1. Session 1: Introduction to living organisms, classification, and cellular structures.
  2. Session 2: Biological Molecules I: Carbohydrates, Lipids, and Proteins.
  3. Session 3: Biological Molecules II: DNA.
  4. Session 4:
    • Project 1: Friendly MCQ competition (15% of grade).
    • Central Dogma of life.
  5. Session 5: Modes of Inheritance I.
  6. Session 6: Modes of Inheritance II.
  7. Session 7:
    • Project 2: Essay assignment (30% of grade).
    • Introduction to Non-coding RNA I.
  8. Session 8: Non-coding RNA II.
  9. Session 9: Epigenetic modifications.
  10. Session 10:
    • Project 3: Friendly MCQ competition.
    • Post-translational modifications.
  11. Session 11: Bacterial Genetics.
  12. Session 12: Fungal Genetics.
  13. Session 13: Overview of sequencing technologies.
  14. Session 14:
    • Graduation Project: Presentation (40% of grade).

This workshop is ideal for:

  1. Computer Scientists: Professionals or students with no prior biology knowledge who want to excel in bioinformatics.
  2. Bioinformaticians: Individuals aiming to deepen their biological understanding to enhance their data analysis skills.
  • Sessions are recorded, so you can revisit the content anytime.
  • Interactive Q&A after each session ensures personalized support.
  • Flexible timing to accommodate participants from different time zones

FAQs

Basic understanding of biology concepts is helpful but not required.

Materials will be shared with all students and will be available online for at least two years. Details will be communicated during the live sessions

Don’t worry! Recordings will be available to all participants.

Yes, participants will receive a certificate upon completion.

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January 30 @ 7:00 pm – April 30 @ 9:00 pm EET

Online Via Zoom