Are you a living creature? Then, congratulations! You鈥檝e got DNA. But how much do you really know about the microscopic molecules that make you unique? Why is DNA called the 鈥渂lueprint of life鈥�? What is a 鈥淒NA fingerprint鈥�? How do scientists clone DNA? What can DNA teach you about your family history? Are Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) safe? Is it possible to revive dinosaurs by cloning their DNA? DNA Decoded answers these questions and more. If you鈥檙e curious about DNA, join Felicia Vulcu and Caitlin Mullarkey, two biochemists from McMaster University, as they explore the structure of DNA, how scientists cracked the genetic code, and what our DNA can tell us about ourselves. Along the way, you鈥檒l learn about the practical techniques that scientists use to analyze our genetic risks, to manipulate DNA, and to develop new treatments for a range of different diseases. Then, step into our virtual lab to perform your own forensic DNA analysis of samples from a crime scene and solve a murder.
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EP
May 30, 2019
I have taken several courses on coursera but I never forget this one. This is the only course my six years old boy enjoy the videos more than me. Thanks for a very educative and interactive videos.
AJ
Jan 17, 2020
this course was awesome. Everything in this course was minutely described. All my doubts were cleared. I want to know DNA in more detail now. So looking forward for some advance courses from here.
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Manipulating DNA
Taught By
Caitlin Mullarkey
Assistant Professor
Felicia Vulcu
Assistant Professor