SPECIAL PROJECT

Course Description

In this course, students will carry out independent and interdisciplinary research on a topic of interest under the supervision of faculty/mentor(s). Students will first formulate scientific research questions and hypotheses and submit a project proposal. They will then investigate their hypotheses by carrying out literary and/or laboratory research. Students will present their findings at regular intervals to their mentor and other students in the course and be prepared to discuss and defend their hypotheses and data. Upon the completion of their research, students will write up a report and present their final findings.

SPECIAL PROJECT

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Course outcomes

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Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Pubmed

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Derive research questions and hypotheses based on literature SOLO 4
2. L02 Review, examine and discuss scientific research and write a review paper SOLO 4
3. L03 Design a presentation and present scientific research to an audience SOLO 4

Program Outcomes

1. P01 PO1: To identify and use theoretical and applied knowledge as well as up-to-date/cutting edge laboratory techniques and analyses methods in the field of molecular biology and genetics.
2. P02 PO2: To identify problems related to molecular biology and genetics.
3. P03 PO3: To design and conduct experiments through hypothesis driven scientific research; and to analyze and interpret data to find solutions to molecular biology and genetics related problems.
4. P04 PO4: To work independently and as part of research group in a multidisciplinary team setting
5. P05 PO5: To apply the principles of scientific research ethics and academic integrity
6. P06 PO6: To interpret, explain and present primary scientific literature and novel findings in oral, written and visual presentation formats
7. P07 PO7: To evaluate experimental data and theoretical findings by using critical and analytical thinking techniques.
8. P08 PO8: To use the currently acceptable process of preparing research proposals and manuscripts for publishing in scientific journals.
9. P09 PO9: To apply the principles of molecular biology and genetics in generating/finding solutions to social problems / issues.
10. P10 PO10: To identify and implement environmental and laboratory safety procedures.
11. P11 PO11: To identify and apply the necessary professional skill set in projects and jobs involving independent and competitive careers in academia, industrial, medical or clinical research, science education, scientific writing and communication, health care, health care policy and civil service.

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