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An examination of current societal issues in biotechnology from several perspectives. Topics include the commercialization of biotechnology; biohazards; managerial views of legal issues and bioethics; the need for public scrutiny; environmental and cultural issues; and the role of governmental regulatory agencies in researching, developing, and commercializing biotechnology. An overview of the early history and modern developments of biotechnology is provided.

(formerly Biot 610.) An Introduction To Bioinformatics. Emphasis Is On The Interpretation Of Data. Topics Include New, Sophisticated Dna, Rna, And Protein Sequence Analyses And Pattern Recognition And Dna Computing, As Well As More Traditional Mathematical Modeling (using Bayesian Probability And Basic Algorithms, Machine Learning And Neural Networks, And Markov Models And Dynamic Programming). Discussion Also Covers The Analysis Of Tridimensional Structures, Phylogenic Relationships, And Genomic And Proteomic Data.

A detailed exploration of the business of biotechnology, its structure and operation, and the science upon which this relatively new global industry sector was founded. Discussion covers a wide range of biotechnology applications, from biopharmaceuticals to biofuels, and the technical advances behind them. Focus is on methods and economics of bioprocessing and unique aspects of the funding, alliances, and global models used in the business of biotechnology

(formerly Btmn 643.) A Comprehensive Review Of Current Techniques In Biotechnology Research And Applications. The Development And Use Of Some Of The Techniques Are Placed In Historical Context. Discussion Covers Techniques Used In Genomics, Transcriptomics, And Proteomics And The Applications Of These Techniques. Current Plant And Animal Transformation Methods Are Explained. High Throughput Technologies, Including Sequencing, Real Time Rt-pcr, Sage, And Microarrays, Are Also Explored. Topics Also Include Therapeutic Applications Of Biotechnology, Such As Gene Therapy, Stem Cell Technology, And Rna Interference. Emerging Technologies In This Field Are Introduced.

An overview of the theory and practice of managing projects in any organization. Emphasis is on leadership in project management: managing projects or tasks in a team environment; building teams; and utilizing communication, organization, and conflict management skills. Discussion covers the various phases of a project, including initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, and closing the project. Project management knowledge areas are examined and linked to industry practices for successful management of projects. The goal is to gain a solid understanding of how to successfully manage each phase of the project life cycle, work within organizational constraints, set goals linked directly to stakeholder needs, and utilize proven project management tools to complete projects on time and within budget while meeting specifications. Essential concepts, processes, and techniques are applied through management of a team project, which requires regular progress reports and reviews

(Formerly BIOT 671.) Prerequisite: Completion of 27 credits of program coursework. The application of knowledge gained from previous study to real-world business, technical, and ethical issues. Topics include entrepreneurship and new venture creation, progress in biotechnology and prediction of future trends, and ethical development and management. Discussion also covers professional goals and an action plan to put knowledge and experience gained in the program to use. Focus is on demonstrating analytical, communication, and leadership skills through case analysis of promising technologies and teamwork through group development of a strategic product development plan for a start-up biotechnology venture.

(Formerly BIOT 613.) Prerequisite: Knowledge of basic statistics. A study of statistical tools—such as Bayesian statistics, Markov processes, and information theoric indices—and how they can be used to analyze sequence homology, the presence of motifs in sequences, gene expression, and gene regulation. Topics include information content, mutual information, long-range correlation, repeats, Fourier analysis, and linguistic methods.

(formerly Biot 617.) An Overview Of The Basic Programming Tools For Performing Bioinformatic Analyses In Both The Unix And Ms Dos/window Environments. Focus Is On The Use Of Perl And Bioperl As The Basic Programming Tools. Basic Programming Skills Are Developed And Practiced On Such Problems As Codon Usage/bias, Open Reading Frame, Cpg Islands Detection, And Gene Identification.

(Formerly CSMN 661.) An introduction to relational databases, one of the most pervasive technologies today. Presentation covers fundamental concepts necessary for the design, use, and implementation of relational database systems. Focus is on basic concepts of database modeling and design, the languages and facilities provided by database management systems, and techniques for implementing relational database systems. Topics include implementation concepts and techniques for database design, query optimization, concurrency control, recovery, and integrity. A foundation for managing databases in important environments is provided. Assignments require use of a remote access laboratory.

Prerequisite: BIFS 617. A study of basic concepts in Java and object-oriented programming in bioinformatics application development. Emphasis is on Web-based, graphical, and database-driven application design. Review covers the function and design of some Java-based bioinformatics tools. Some commonly used libraries in the BioJava project are introduced, and developments of reusable modular application objects are examined. Basic problem-solving skills in the field of biotechnology using Java programming are developed through practical projects.

Prerequisite: Bifs 618. A Study Of High-throughput Technologies For Transcriptome And Genomic Aberration Profiling. Topics Include Statistical Theories, Algorithms And Data Analysis Tools For Microarray Experiments, Array Comparative Genome Hybridization, Snp Array Experiments, And Supervised And Unsupervised Machine Learning Technologies For Class Discovery And Classifier Identifications. Practice Is Provided In The Preprocess Of Empirical Gene Expression Profiling And The Postprocess Of Microarray Data Analysis For Identifying Differentially Regulated Genes Related To Biological Functions. Several Legacy Databases And Data Integration Strategies In Gene Expression Profiling Are Explored Through Data Mining And Functional Annotation Of Interesting Genes; Statistical Principles And Theories Are Illustrated.

An introduction to the definitions, implementations, and applications of the most basic data structures used in bioinformatics. Basic formalism and concepts used in algorithm design and analysis are also introduced. The relative efficiency of the algorithms is estimated by application of these concepts to biological data analysis. Algorithms and data structures discussed include those for database searches, motif finding, sequence alignment, gene prediction, and microarray analysis.

An examination of current societal issues in biotechnology from several perspectives. Topics include the commercialization of biotechnology; biohazards; managerial views of legal issues and bioethics; the need for public scrutiny; environmental and cultural issues; and the role of governmental regulatory agencies in researching, developing, and commercializing biotechnology. An overview of the early history and modern developments of biotechnology is provided.

(formerly Biot 610.) An Introduction To Bioinformatics. Emphasis Is On The Interpretation Of Data. Topics Include New, Sophisticated Dna, Rna, And Protein Sequence Analyses And Pattern Recognition And Dna Computing, As Well As More Traditional Mathematical Modeling (using Bayesian Probability And Basic Algorithms, Machine Learning And Neural Networks, And Markov Models And Dynamic Programming). Discussion Also Covers The Analysis Of Tridimensional Structures, Phylogenic Relationships, And Genomic And Proteomic Data.

A detailed exploration of the business of biotechnology, its structure and operation, and the science upon which this relatively new global industry sector was founded. Discussion covers a wide range of biotechnology applications, from biopharmaceuticals to biofuels, and the technical advances behind them. Focus is on methods and economics of bioprocessing and unique aspects of the funding, alliances, and global models used in the business of biotechnology

(formerly Btmn 643.) A Comprehensive Review Of Current Techniques In Biotechnology Research And Applications. The Development And Use Of Some Of The Techniques Are Placed In Historical Context. Discussion Covers Techniques Used In Genomics, Transcriptomics, And Proteomics And The Applications Of These Techniques. Current Plant And Animal Transformation Methods Are Explained. High Throughput Technologies, Including Sequencing, Real Time Rt-pcr, Sage, And Microarrays, Are Also Explored. Topics Also Include Therapeutic Applications Of Biotechnology, Such As Gene Therapy, Stem Cell Technology, And Rna Interference. Emerging Technologies In This Field Are Introduced.

An overview of the theory and practice of managing projects in any organization. Emphasis is on leadership in project management: managing projects or tasks in a team environment; building teams; and utilizing communication, organization, and conflict management skills. Discussion covers the various phases of a project, including initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, and closing the project. Project management knowledge areas are examined and linked to industry practices for successful management of projects. The goal is to gain a solid understanding of how to successfully manage each phase of the project life cycle, work within organizational constraints, set goals linked directly to stakeholder needs, and utilize proven project management tools to complete projects on time and within budget while meeting specifications. Essential concepts, processes, and techniques are applied through management of a team project, which requires regular progress reports and reviews

(Formerly BIOT 671.) Prerequisite: Completion of 27 credits of program coursework. The application of knowledge gained from previous study to real-world business, technical, and ethical issues. Topics include entrepreneurship and new venture creation, progress in biotechnology and prediction of future trends, and ethical development and management. Discussion also covers professional goals and an action plan to put knowledge and experience gained in the program to use. Focus is on demonstrating analytical, communication, and leadership skills through case analysis of promising technologies and teamwork through group development of a strategic product development plan for a start-up biotechnology venture.

A detailed exploration of the business of biotechnology, its structure and operation, and the science upon which this relatively new global industry sector was founded. Discussion covers a wide range of biotechnology applications, from biopharmaceuticals to biofuels, and the technical advances behind them. Focus is on methods and economics of bioprocessing and unique aspects of the funding, alliances, and global models used in the business of biotechnology

(Formerly ITSM 620.) An overview of the basic concepts of homeland security, including infrastructure protection, jurisdiction, and issues in technical areas such as interconnectivity and interoperability. The nation’s telecommunications and information technology networks are examined as both vulnerable assets and critical solutions.

(formerly Itsm 626.) An In-depth Examination Of Managerial And Technical Strategies For Maintaining Enterprise Resiliency In The Face Of Man-made Or Natural Disruptions To Business Operations. Emphasis Is On The Importance Of Advanced Planning. Techniques For Performing Business Risk Assessment And Potential Incident Impact Analysis Are Explored. Discussion Covers Alternative Models For Supporting Contingency Operations, Including The Use Of Service-level Agreements. Key Activities And Processes Involved In Post-event Business Resumption, Including The Recovery Of Key Information Assets, Are Reviewed. Various Formal Business Continuity Standards (such As Iso 17799) Are Also Introduced. Actual And Hypothetical Cases Are Analyzed.

An examination of the probable weapons of biowarfare, including biological, chemical and nuclear weapons, from several perspectives. Topics include their mechanism of action, biological impact, detection and recognition, epidemiology and treatment. Their potential dangers and effectiveness are evaluated, and strategies for defense against attacks by such weapons are investigated. Discussion covers the bioethical challenges of anti-bioterror research

(Formerly BIOT 681.) A review of bioterrorism, biosecurity and government biodefense strategy, including the history and science of biological agents in agriculture and society. Discussion covers surveillance; public health preparedness; response; and recovery at the community, state and federal government levels. Various aspects of the law, including the Posse Comitatus Act and federal and state quarantine powers, are introduced. The mental health consequences of bioterrorism are also discussed. A case study of a hypothetical biological attack is analyzed in detail

(Formerly BIOT 641.) An overview of the methods for planning and organizing biotechnology ventures. The elements of a business plan are considered, as are methods for assessing various needs, such as capital, personnel, technology, and marketing. Emphasis is on approaches to marketing technology and developing joint ventures. The advantages and disadvantages of forming international ventures are weighed. Discussion also covers the importance of maintaining relations with external constituents and the need for managing public awareness.

(formerly Biot 683.) Prerequisite: Biot 681 Or Bsbd 641. A Thorough Examination Of Special And Advanced Topics In Bioterroism And Biosecurity Issues. Topics Include The Hidden Biological Warfare Programs Of The 20th Century; Advances In Biotechnology And Molecular Microbiology And The Dilemma Of Dual Use Research; Domestic And Foreign Terrorist Groups, Including Rogue States; State-of-the-art Microbial Forensics; Ethics And Civil Rights; And Current Trends In Policy Development, Consequence Management And Public Health Responses To New Threats To Homeland Security. Discussion Also Addresses Special Topics Of The Students’ Choice. Future Challenges In Biosecurity Are Also Discussed As Part Of A Comprehensive Bioterrorism Exercise And The Analysis Of Case Studies Of Hypothetical Threats