Topics in Biology 3
CAS BI 394
Topics and prerequisites vary. Topic for Fall 2023: Tabletop Game Design for Biology Education. Theory/methods of designing tabletop games as biology teaching tools in classroom settings or to public. Develop a prototype game and improve it with playtests and iterative feedback from your peers. Techniques learned are applicable to other forms of science communication and interactive experience design. Prereq: CAS BI 107 and 108, or consent of instructor.
SPRG 2026 Schedule
| Section | Instructor | Location | Schedule | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A2 | Fiszbein | BRB 121 | TR 9:30 am-10:45 am | Course Title: RNA Therapeutics and Personalized Medicine Prereq: BI 108 RNA-based therapies are revolutionizing medicine. From mRNA vaccines and antisense oligonucleotides (ASOs) to RNA editing tools and RNA-targeting CRISPR systems, RNA therapeutics offer precise, adaptable, and increasingly accessible strategies for treating a broad range of diseases—from genetic disorders and cancers to viral infections and neurodegenerative diseases. This course explores the science, technology, and translational impact of RNA therapeutics, emphasizing how the manipulation of RNA molecules can restore, silence, or enhance gene expression. Students will gain foundational knowledge in RNA biology, learn about key therapeutic platforms, and examine case studies of approved drugs and therapies in development. With the rapid pace of clinical and biotech advances, this course also critically considers delivery challenges, regulatory frameworks, and ethical questions that accompany RNA-based innovations. Students will engage with primary literature, participate in in-depth discussions, and apply their learning through hands-on assignments and a final project. |
| A2 | Fiszbein | BRB 121 | M 9:05 am-9:55 am | Course Title: RNA Therapeutics and Personalized Medicine Prereq: BI 108 RNA-based therapies are revolutionizing medicine. From mRNA vaccines and antisense oligonucleotides (ASOs) to RNA editing tools and RNA-targeting CRISPR systems, RNA therapeutics offer precise, adaptable, and increasingly accessible strategies for treating a broad range of diseases—from genetic disorders and cancers to viral infections and neurodegenerative diseases. This course explores the science, technology, and translational impact of RNA therapeutics, emphasizing how the manipulation of RNA molecules can restore, silence, or enhance gene expression. Students will gain foundational knowledge in RNA biology, learn about key therapeutic platforms, and examine case studies of approved drugs and therapies in development. With the rapid pace of clinical and biotech advances, this course also critically considers delivery challenges, regulatory frameworks, and ethical questions that accompany RNA-based innovations. Students will engage with primary literature, participate in in-depth discussions, and apply their learning through hands-on assignments and a final project. |
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