Cell Biology (MCBP 607) > curriculum
3 hours. Lectures, readings, and discussions of the literature in the fields of cellular, and molecular biology. Prerequisite: Approval of the instructor.
Instructor: Dr. Gilbert Morris
Biochemistry (GBCH 601): > curriculum
4 hours. Topics covered include: structure and function of macromolecules, bioenergetics and enzyme kinetics. Intermediary and lipid metabolism is now offered as a secondary elective course. The course also includes an introduction to molecular biology that is a prerequisite for GBCH 718.
Instructor: Dr. William Wimley
Seminar (MCBP 714/715) > curriculum
1 hour. Students attend a minimum of 7 seminars per semester with 1-3 designated as required, with the remainder chosen by the student. A list of seminars is given to each student at the beginning of each month for consideration, however students may attend any seminars of interest to them related to molecular and cellular biology. A final report listing the date, title, and speaker of each seminar attended, along with a one-paragraph description of same is required. (Note: seminars attended for credit in the elective course, "Ethics in Research Workshop" cannot also be applied for credit in the course, "MCB Seminars".)
Instructor: Dr. Robert Garry
Research Methods (MCBP 712/713) > curriculum
Students attend 1 semester of faculty research seminars, and 3 6-week lab rotations (2 credits each, for a total of 8 credits). Students choose from the faculty in the Program as their directors for each of the three lab rotations. Students complete two lab rotations in the Spring. The third rotation takes place in the summer after the first year. (Students have the option of completing a lab rotation in the Fall of the first semester and not rotating in the Summer).
Instructor: Dr. Robert Garry
Workshop (MCBP 710/711) > curriculum
1 hour. This course is designed to familiarize students with current research in molecular and cellular biology and to strengthen their presentation skills. Students make one presentation per semester on either their research or recent journal articles to their classmates and MCB faculty. The presentation is followed by a critique and discussion session in which the presenter answers questions from the audience. Students are graded on the presentation and discussion session, and attendance.
Instructor: Dr. Karol Sestak and Dr. Bradley Taylor
Biostatistics > curriculum
(2 hours) This is an introductory course in applied bench science biostatistics. It covers both graphical and numerical methods of describing data, an introduction to probability and probability distributions, parameter estimation and hypothesis testing. This course is required for all first year students
Instructor: Dr. Bill Wimley
Human Molecular Genetics (EPID 781) > curriculum
This course will begin with a basic understanding of DNA and RNA and their relation to protein production. This information will then be put into the perspective of chromosome structure, function and evolution. Methods for molecular analysis of genetic information and for identification of disease loci will be covered. This will then be put into a population perspective, relating genetic instability to genetic variation and the influence of this genetic variation to disease risk. Cancer will be used as the dominant example of disease-related questions, but others will also be incorporated. Finally, our understanding of the human genome and gene function will be used to understand the latest technologies for studying human molecular genetics and for developing novel therapeutic strategies.
Prerequisites: EPID 603, BIOS 603, MCBP 607 or TRMD 601 or ENHS 786, or background in molecular biology, molecular genetics or genetic epidemiology.
Instructor: Dr. Deininger
Systems Biology > curriculum
This course will provide the PhD student with basic knowledge of mammalian anatomy, physiology, disease, and pharmacology. The course will be team-taught using a conventional didactic approach. The course will be predominantly taught by active research investigators at the Health Sciences Center. These lecturers may emphasize their particular research field, so as to exemplify promising venues for systems biology research at Tulane.
Instructor: Dr. Clarkson
Link to course website
Independent Study
Students who have a placement in a laboratory are able to sign up for independent study hours. Up to 5 hours per semester for a total of 12.
