DNA

Suggested reading Need to Know This chapter, Chapter 30: DNA Structure, Replication, and Repair, is an excellent chapter on DNA. I’ve also attached the pdf below of the chapter. Chapter 30: DNA Structure, Replication, and Repair. In: Abali EE, Cline SD, Franklin DS, Viselli SM. Lippincott Illustrated Reviews: Biochemistry. 8th ed., international ed. Philadelphia; Baltimore; […]

RNA synthesis and gene expression

Suggested reading Need to Know There is a lot of content in this session. Those with a strong background in molecular biology will find this to be a bit “basic”; others may be overwhelmed. As always, think big picture and how it can be applied in a clinical setting. Chapter 31: RNA Structure, Synthesis, and […]

The cell

A note about this session The cell and how it works is a topic that we could discuss for over a year. The fantastic structure and function of a cell will come back multiple times in the curriculum. This session is an introduction to cell biology, do not get too hung up on the details. […]

Inheritance patterns

Suggested reading Need to Know The reading attached here is to supplement this session. Everyone comes into medical school with different background. The lessons listed below help you understand the videos and short passages in the module. They are not required and do not feel as though you must read them. However, do not have […]

Molecular Biology and Biochemistry

Greetings to the graduating class of 2028! This module will take you through the various sessions that I will lead, which deal with molecular biology and biochemistry. These sessions will require some work before class (asynchronously) and synchronous sessions in class. In-class activities will focus on specific objectives and not necessarily all of the objectives […]