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551-0132-00L 2 Credits BSC , MSC D-BSSE , D-BIOL , D-INFK
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Practical Training in Bioinformatics

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Simon Flyvbjerg Noerrelykke, Prof. Dr. Shinichi Sunagawa, Prof. Dr. Pedro Beltrao, Dr. Christopher Field
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:08:11

Abstract

Students will be introduced to the UNIX operating system and advance their programming skills in python and R. Following the biological genotype-to-phenotype concept, students will learn to analyse DNA sequences, protein structures and imaging-captured phenotypes through weekly lectures and homework assignments.

Objective

Students will know the basic tools, databases and programming languages as they are used in applied bioinformatics. They will be able to process, transform and examine nucleotide sequences, protein structures and imaging data, which will empower them to solve problems in the field of biology.

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General Information

Language
English
Levels
BSC , MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
ungraded semester performance
Regular presence during the lectures (on site/online) and proof of participation is mandatory to pass the course. It is possible to attend 13 lectures and to submit 10 homework assignments. A minimum of 18 attendences/submissions are required to pass the course.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Practical Training in Bioinformatics
  • Fri 09:45-11:30 (HCI J 3)
2 h weekly

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