Advanced Molecular Biology - HELP NEEDED

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The discussion centers on creating a novel hypothesis in an advanced Molecular Biology course, focusing on DNA, RNA, and protein structure and function. Participants suggest selecting a disease and utilizing PubMed to explore molecular approaches for understanding it. The emphasis is on developing an experimental procedure to test the hypothesis and reach a conclusion. Resources and guidance for experimental protocols are also requested, highlighting the importance of scientific literature in forming a solid foundation for the project.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of DNA, RNA, and protein structure and function
  • Familiarity with hypothesis formulation in scientific research
  • Knowledge of experimental design and protocols in molecular biology
  • Experience with PubMed for literature review and research
NEXT STEPS
  • Research molecular approaches to specific diseases using PubMed
  • Learn about experimental protocols for testing hypotheses in molecular biology
  • Explore current literature on scientific consensus in molecular biology
  • Investigate case studies of novel hypotheses in DNA and RNA research
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Students in advanced Molecular Biology courses, researchers developing hypotheses in molecular studies, and anyone interested in experimental design related to DNA, RNA, and protein functions.

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Advanced Molecular Biology - HELP NEEDED!

I am currently enrolled in an advanced Molecular Biology course and we have been assigned the task of creating a novel (not yet proved or studied) hypothesis regarding something related to the course. Additionally, we are required to provide an experimental procedure that illustrates a way to test our hypothesis and to reach a conclusion.

Our course relates specifically to DNA, RNA, and Protein structure and function.

I am so lost and I really don't even know where to begin. If anyone could give me some ideas about potential hypotheses, and accordingly, which experimental protocols could be used to study these hypotheses, it would be GREATLY APPRECIATED!

Additionally, if anyone could give me some direction as far as which resources (such as websites) could be used to help me with the project it would be a great help.

THANK YOU:)
 
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Try picking a disease and read articles on pubmed about molecular approaches to understanding that disease. It isn't hard to find a lack of scientific consensus in the literature, especially for medical stuff.
 

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