BIO GE 125 : Genetic Engineering

Humanity’s ability to read and modify the genetic code of life within DNA has advanced exponentially in the preceding decades. This course introduces genetic engineering and how and why it is revolutionizing fields such as medicine, agriculture, and research. This course will utilize case studies, projects, and various laboratory activities to explore genetic engineering and the cell and molecular biology underlying it. We will explore topics such as CRISPR, genetically modified organisms (GMOs), gene therapies, and the human history and broader social impacts of genetic engineering. Not open to students who are enrolled in or who have taken and passed Integrated Biology & Chemistry (IBC) or Genetic Engineering Learning Cluster with at least a grade of C- or P.