Academic Calendar - 2024
Western University Academic Calendar. - 2024
Biochemistry 4320F/G
SYNTHETIC BIOLOGY AND PHILOSOPHY
Introduction to synthetic biology and to philosophical questions relating to it. These include: is synthetic biology revolutionary? Can it help us gain a better understanding of life? What are the ethical dimensions of creating genetic novelty in various contexts?
Antirequisite(s): Philosophy 4320F/G
Prerequisite(s): Biochemistry 3382A or registration in Year 4 of the Honours Specialization in Genetics. Some background in bioethics and/or philosophy of science is recommended
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours. Cross-listed with Philosophy 4320F/G.
Course Weight: 0.50
Breadth:
CATEGORY C
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Subject Code: BIOCHEM
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Biochemistry 4320F/G
SYNTHETIC BIOLOGY AND PHILOSOPHY
Introduction to synthetic biology and to philosophical questions relating to it. These include: is synthetic biology revolutionary? Can it help us gain a better understanding of life? What are the ethical dimensions of creating genetic novelty in various contexts?
Antirequisite(s): Philosophy 4320F/G
Prerequisite(s): Biochemistry 3382A or registration in Year 4 of the Honours Specialization in Genetics. Some background in bioethics and/or philosophy of science is recommended
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours. Cross-listed with Philosophy 4320F/G.
Philosophy 4320F/G - SYNTHETIC BIOLOGY AND PHILOSOPHY
Faculty of Science/Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry; including BMSc and Neuroscience | Biochemistry | HONOURS BMSc BIOCHEMISTRY/HBA
Faculty of Science/Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry; including BMSc and Neuroscience | Biochemistry | HONOURS SPECIALIZATION IN BIOCHEMISTRY *
Faculty of Science/Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry; including BMSc and Neuroscience | Biochemistry | MAJOR IN BIOCHEMISTRY