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Fundamentals of Biology I
Grundlagen der Biologie I
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:41:07
Abstract
This 1st year Laboratory course introduces the student to the entire range of classical and modern molecular biosciences. During this course (Praktikum GL BioI) the students will do three praktikum days in:- Biochemistry- Cell Biology I- Microbiology- Plant Anantomy & Ecology(total of 12 experiments)Each experiment takes one full day.
Objective
Introduction to theoretical and experimental biology General Praktikum-information and course material can be obtained from Moodle The general Praktikum information (Assignment list, Instructions and Schedule & Performance Sheet) will also be sent to the students directly (E-mail).
Content
The class is divided into four blocks: Biochemistry, Microbiology, Plant biology & Ecology and Cell Biology I. BIOCHEMISTRY: - TAQ Analysis (part 1): Protein purification - TAQ Analysis (part 2): SDS-Gelelektrophoresis - TAQ Analysis (part 3): Activity test of the purified protein MICROBIOLOGY: Day 1: Basics for the work with microorganisms & Isolation of microorganisms from the environment Day 2: Morphology and diagnostics of bacteria & Antimicrobial agents Day 3: Morphology of fungi & Microbial physiology and interactions PLANT BIOLOGY & ECOLOGY - Microscopy and plant cell anatomy - Plant organ anatomy and gene expression - Ecology CELL BIOLOGY I: - Anatomy of mouse & Blood cell determination - Histology - Chromosome preparation and analysis
Resources
Lecture Notes
Laboratory manualsBIOCHEMISTRY:- The protocols can be downloaded from: MoodleMICROBIOLOGY:- The protocols can be found from: Moodle- You HAVE TO print the pdf-file, which is also used as the lab manual during the experiments. Therefore, you have to have the Script always with you, when doing the experiments in Microbiology.PLANT BIOLOGY & ECOLOGY:- The protocols can be found from: MoodleCELL BIOLOGY I:- The handouts of the experiments entitled "Histology" will be provided- The protocols of "Anatomy of mouse & Blood cell determination" and "Chromosome preparation and analysis" can be found from: Moodle
Literature
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Learning Materials (Links)
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- ungraded semester performance
Registration & Places
- Max Places
- 240
- Signup End
- 29.01.2020
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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| practical/laboratory course |
Grundlagen der Biologie I
Groups are selected in myStudies.
Das Praktikum wird durch alle Professoren des Departements Biologie unterstützt und durchgeführt.
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8 h weekly |