Microbiology

Microbial Cytology, Microbial Physiology & Recombination DNA

This track focuses on cell structure and synthesis of cell components followed by detailed discussions of genetics, metabolism, growth, and regulation and mechanisms underlying cell survival and growth. This approaches the subject from a modern molecular genetic perspective, incorporating new insights gained from various genome projects.

Microbial Cytology, Microbial Physiology & Recombination DNAincludes

• Macromolecular Synthesis and Processing: DNA, RNA, and Protein Synthesis
• Bacterial Genetics: DNA Exchange, Recombination, Mutagenesis and Repair
• Microbial Physiology in the Genomic ERA: A Revolutionary Tale
• Regulation of Prokaryotic Gene Expression
• Bacteriophage Genetics
• Central Pathways of Carbohydrate Metabolism
• Energy Production and Metabolite Transport
• Metabolism of Substrates Other than Glucose
• Fermentation Pathways
• Photosynthesis and Inorganic Metabolism
• Lipids and Sterols & Nitrogen Metabolism
• Biosynthesis and Metabolism of Amino Acids
• Host-Parasite Interactions