Explore the programs and courses offered by plant Biotechnology
Browse Programs Admission InformationBiotechnology training has several key objectives thatallowstudents to acquire a solidtheoretical and practicalunderstanding of the concepts and techniques associatedwiththisdynamicfield. It allows us to understand the structures and functions of biomolecules, cells and organisms. Learn the principles of genetics, genomics, and microbiology, as well as their application in biotechnology. Proficient in cell culture, molecularanalysis, fermentation, protein purification, and otherlaboratory techniques.
The core courses are designed to providestudentswith the fundamentals of biotechnology. Theyusually cover the essential concepts needed to understand the basic principles of the discipline. Here are someexamples of topics covered in the corecourses:
1) Structural Genomics, FunctionalGenomics and Proteomics:Definitions, Importance of Structural Genomics, Importance of Proteomics and their Application
2) Cellular and Molecular
3) Aspects of Plant Differentiation:Understanding the Basics of CellDifferentiation Introduction to Molecular Marker-AssistedSelection: Gene Structure and Function, Gene Editing, Plant Genome, Selection and Molecular Markers
4) Integration of Biotechnology Plant breeding:genetic basis of plant breeding, breedingmethods, cross-pollinated and self-pollinating plant breeding, quantitative genetics.
5) In vitro plant propagation: tissue cultures, in vitro culture techniques, micropropagation, meristem cultures
Valorization of natural plant substances in industry: applications in Health, Food Industry, impact of microorganisms in industry
In the field of biotechnology, advanced courses can cover a variety of specialized topics thataim to deepenstudents' skills and knowledge. Here are someexamples of advanced topics thatcouldbeencountered:
1. Biotechnologie Omique:
- Genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics and metabolomics.
- Applications in biomedicalresearch and agriculture
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2. Stem CellBiotechnology:
- Cell culture processes, differentiation and therapeutic applications.
- Use of stem cells for the development of diseasemodels.
3.Genetic Engineering and Genome Editing :
- Genomeediting techniques such as CRISPR-Cas9.
- Applications in the modification of organisms for bioproduction
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4. Bioprocesses and Biorefining:
- Design and optimization of fermentation processes.
- Biomassrecovery and bioenergy production
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5. Biopharmaceuticals and GeneticTherapies:
- Drug Development
Bachelor'sdegree in Plant Biotechnology and Plant Breeding/Bachelor'sdegree in Plant Production
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