Weekly presentations on current trends in proteomics from (a) own projects conducted by the student and (b) milestone research published in current literature articles, followed by discussions and feedback. Published articles should be sent out in advance to all course participants, to promote intake of information and stimulate discussions.
FBB3190 Current Trends in Proteomics IV 4.0 credits
This course has been discontinued.
Last planned examination: Autumn 2019
Decision to discontinue this course:
No information insertedInformation for research students about course offerings
How to apply and last day of application:
Students can join anytime throughout the year.
Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
Course aims:
The participants should gain experience in interpreting and presenting research literature, and presenting their own research. Discussions regarding both research and literature, and feedback on presentations are emphasized. The overall aim is that the participants should obtain an increased awareness of the current trends within the protein technology and proteomics field.
For whom:
Graduate students of biotechnology. Post-docs and research engineers are also welcome. The seminars will focus on topics related to protein and proteomic-related research at SciLifeLab. Applicants active at or associated with SciLifeLab will be prioritized.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Prerequisites:
BS or MS in relevant field (Biotechnology, biochemistry, molecular biology, or similar)
Recommended prerequisites
Equipment
Literature
Course literature:
Current publications in the field of proteomic-related research.
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
Examination
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
Other requirements for final grade
Course requirements:
Five requirements should be fulfilled for course credits:
(1) Active participation in at least 28 sessions during one year (approx. 40 occasions are given per calendar year).
(2) At least 2 project presentations should be held.
(3) At least 2 literature presentations should be held.
(4) At least 2 ‘opponent’ activities should be completed.
(5) Active hosting of least one session.
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
Examiner
Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.