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551-1407-00L 4 Credits DR , MSC D-CHAB , D-BIOL
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RNA Biology Lecture Series I: Transcription & Processing & Translation

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Ulrike Kutay, Prof. Dr. Nenad Ban, Prof. Dr. Frédéric Allain, Prof. Dr. Stefanie Jonas
Does not take place this semester.
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-06-01 11:30:39

Abstract

This course covers aspects of RNA biology related to gene expression at the posttranscriptional level. These include RNA transcription, processing, alternative splicing, editing, export and translation.

Objective

The students should obtain an understanding of these processes, which are at work during gene expression.

Content

Transcription & 3'end formation ; splicing, alternative splicing, RNA editing; the ribosome & translation, translation regulation, RNP biogenesis & nuclear export, mRNA surveillance & mRNA turnover; signal transduction & RNA.

Resources

Learning Materials (Links)

General Information

Language
English
Levels
DR , MSC
Frequency
Every two years

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
written 90 minutes
Aids
None

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture RNA Biology Lecture Series I: Transcription & Processing & Translation
Does not take place this semester.
No time listed 2 h weekly

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