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The course covers the biological role of nucleic acids, molecular structure of nucleic acids, structural aspects of DNA, RNA structure and function, DNA damage, protein-nucleic acid interactions, DNA packaging and chromatin, and chromosomal organization in the eukaryotic nucleus.
Students will learn about base pairing, base stacking, DNA twisting, torsional effects, RNA structures, protein-DNA interactions, and chromosome scaffolds.
The teaching method includes lectures, readings, and end-of-unit questions.
This course is intended for individuals interested in deepening their understanding of nucleic acids, chromatin, and their biological functions.