Information Package / Course Catalogue
Molecular Entomology
Course Code: ZBY508
Course Type: Area Elective
Couse Group: Second Cycle (Master's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 3
Prt.: 0
Credit: 3
Lab: 0
ECTS: 8
Objectives of the Course

The aim of class, is to teach the usage of different methods used in molecular biology in the field of entomology.

Course Content

DNA systems in insects, DNA construction in insects, genetic control of embryonic development in insects, cutting, adherence, copying and measurement of DNA, applications of PCR technique in entomology, vector systems used in gene transfer to insects, sex discrimination and sex change in beetles use of molecular techniques - Molecular basis of insect behavior, - Use of molecular methods in insect taxonomy, - Population ecology and molecular genetics, - Use of transgenic harmful and beneficial insects in the battle with harmful insects.

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