Information Storage in DNA

This course aims to explore the potential of using DNA as a digital storage medium for long-term archiving of information. The learning outcomes include understanding the properties of DNA that make it suitable for archiving, learning about DNA technologies for writing and reading digital information, and discussing the future implications of DNA storage. The course teaches skills such as utilizing error correcting codes for data integrity, indexing systems, and the process of writing and making copies of DNA. The teaching method involves presenting a ‘proof-of-principle’ experiment and discussing research in DNA-storage. This course is intended for individuals interested in the intersection of genome science and digital archiving, as well as those curious about innovative methods of information storage.