Applied Biotechnology Units in Biology and Genetics

This semester, biology students are learning how to use some of the tools of the trade of biotechnology: micropipets and gel electrophoresis. Students are learning how to manipulate small volumes, precisely so that they can apply their skills in upcoming labs that entail DNA analysis.  In genetics, students are learning microbial genetics by studying bacteria and using plasmids to transform bacteria and learning about recombinant DNA techniques.  

Students loading a gel to determine properties of molecules.

Biology student loading gel with care.

Genetics students pipetting transformed cells onto plates.

Genetics students sterilizing spreader for spreading transformed cells.