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PM5114: Screening Molecular Libraries
Semester 2 | Credits: 5
The module will provide training in high-throughput and high-content screening technologies to post-graduate students. The course delivers training through a mixture of lectures, practical classes, tutorials, assignments and a training workshop. Students will gain theoretical and practical knowledge of high-throughput and high-content screening and develop proficiency in a range of data analysis techniques. The course will be delivered through the Biomedical Sciences Screening Core Facility at NUI Galway. The facility is fully equipped to deliver all aspects of the course. The course will be open to research MSc students and PhD students in biomedical sciences (College of Science, College of Medicine and other relevant Colleges ) subject to capacity and approval of the Module owner.
(Language of instruction: English)
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate a detailed knowledge of the principles and concepts of screening.
- Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of the recent developments and applications in the field of screening
- Demonstrate a competency in a wide range laboratory skills relevant to high-throughput and high content screening activity
- Identify the key features important when designing new screens,
- Be able to conduct a screen proficiently and to appropriately analyse and summarise screening data.
Assessments
- Continuous Assessment (10%)
- Oral, Audio Visual or Practical Assessment (90%)
Teachers
- HOWARD OLIVER FEARNHEAD:
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- KEVIN SULLIVAN:
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Note: Module offerings and details may be subject to change.