RNA Biology with Eterna
Explore RNA biology through interactive gameplay. Learn about RNA structure, function, and its role in cell biology and biotechnology.
Explore RNA biology through interactive gameplay. Learn about RNA structure, function, and its role in cell biology and biotechnology.
This course provides a unique introduction to RNA biology through a combination of videos and interactive gameplay using the Eterna citizen science platform. Students learn about RNA structure, including base pairing and 3D motifs, as well as RNA's crucial role in cellular processes like protein synthesis. The course covers the ribosome's function in translation and explores applications of RNA in medicine and bioengineering. By designing their own RNAs using Eterna, students gain hands-on experience with RNA folding principles and their biological implications.
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What you'll learn
Understand the basic structure and function of RNA in cellular processes
Identify and create various RNA structural motifs in 2D and 3D
Explain the role of the ribosome in protein synthesis and cellular function
Apply knowledge of RNA biology to solve RNA design puzzles using Eterna
Understand the applications of RNA in biotechnology and medicine
Gain practical experience in RNA folding and design principles
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This course includes:
17 Minutes PreRecorded video
8 assignments
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There are 2 modules in this course
This course offers an innovative approach to learning RNA biology by combining traditional lectures with interactive gameplay. It covers fundamental concepts of RNA structure and function, including base pairing, 2D and 3D structural motifs, and the role of RNA in protein synthesis. The curriculum emphasizes the ribosome's function in translation and explores cutting-edge applications of RNA in biotechnology. Through the Eterna platform, students engage in hands-on RNA design challenges, reinforcing their understanding of RNA folding principles and biological implications. The course provides a solid foundation in RNA biology while introducing students to the exciting field of RNA engineering and its potential in medicine and synthetic biology.
Introduction to RNA
Module 1 · 3 Hours to complete
The Ribosome and Translation
Module 2 · 3 Hours to complete
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Expert in RNA Biology at Stanford University
Rhiju Das is a prominent instructor at Stanford University, specializing in RNA biology. He teaches the course RNA Biology with Eterna, which provides a unique introduction to the subject through engaging videos and interactive gameplay. This course explores the roles of RNA in cell growth and development, as well as its applications in medicine and bioengineering. With a focus on hands-on learning, students design their own RNA structures using the citizen science game Eterna, enhancing their understanding of RNA's complex functions in biological systems.
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