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BL4223 Molecular and cell biology of eukaryotic DNA replication

(BL4223 online module handbook version 39)

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Highly-efficiently chromosomal DNA replication is essential for all forms of cellular life on Earth and requires the complex interplay of a large range of protein factors in a temporally- and spatially-coordinated manner. In humans, defects in the replication process may lead to genetic disease or cancer. This module will summarise current knowledge of the enzymes and mechanisms of chromosomal DNA replication in bacterial, archaeal and eukaryotic cells with particular emphasis on exploring the diverse range of experimental systems and techniques used in the laboratory to probe the structure, function and regulation of the replication apparatus. Similarities and differences between cellular and viral DNA replication strategies will be explored and diverse aspects of the evolution of the replication machinery highlighted.*

Credits: 15*

Semester: 1

Module Organiser
Dr Stuart MacNeill
sam31@st-andrews.ac.uk
01334 467268
Pre-requisite Modules:
Before taking this module you must pass BL3301 and pass BL3302*
Anti-requisite Modules:
*
Post-requisite Modules:
*
Additional Module Information:


Biology Teaching Office:
Level 2, Biomolecular Sciences Building, University of St Andrews, North Haugh, St Andrews, Fife KY16 9ST

Email: bioteach@st-andrews.ac.uk      Phone: +44 (0)1334 46 3602 or 3566

BL4223: Timetable

Legend (not all modules have every event type):
lecture
tutorial
workshop
practical
other

Semester 1: Week 1

DATE & TIMEVENUESTAFFEVENT
Wednesday
13-09-2023
14:15 to 16:00
Purdie Building
222
Dr Stuart MacNeill
-
Workshop W1: Session 1 (introduction)
2023-4_BL4223_W1
Session will not be recorded

Semester 1: Week 2

DATE & TIMEVENUESTAFFEVENT
Wednesday
20-09-2023
14:15 to 16:00
Purdie Building
222
Dr Stuart MacNeill
-
Workshop W2: Session 2
2023-4_BL4223_W2
Session will not be recorded

Semester 1: Week 3

DATE & TIMEVENUESTAFFEVENT
Wednesday
27-09-2023
14:15 to 16:00
Medical and Biological Sciences Building
Tutorial Room 5
Dr Stuart MacNeill
-
Workshop W3: Session 3
2023-4_BL4223_W3
Session will not be recorded

Semester 1: Week 4

DATE & TIMEVENUESTAFFEVENT
Wednesday
04-10-2023
14:15 to 16:00
Purdie Building
222
Dr Stuart MacNeill
-
Workshop W4: Session 4
2023-4_BL4223_W4
Session will not be recorded

Semester 1: Week 5

DATE & TIMEVENUESTAFFEVENT
Monday
09-10-2023
14:15 to 16:00
Purdie Building
222
Dr Stuart MacNeill
-
Workshop W5: Session 5
2023-4_BL4223_W5
Session will not be recorded

Semester 1: Week 7

DATE & TIMEVENUESTAFFEVENT
Wednesday
25-10-2023
14:15 to 16:00
Purdie Building
222
Dr Stuart MacNeill
-
Workshop W6: Session 6
2023-4_BL4223_W6
Session will not be recorded

Semester 1: Week 8

DATE & TIMEVENUESTAFFEVENT
Wednesday
01-11-2023
14:15 to 16:00
Purdie Building
222
Dr Stuart MacNeill
-
Workshop W7: Session 7
2023-4_BL4223_W7
Session will not be recorded

Semester 1: Week 9

DATE & TIMEVENUESTAFFEVENT
Wednesday
08-11-2023
14:15 to 16:00
Purdie Building
222
Dr Stuart MacNeill
-
Workshop W8: Session 8
2023-4_BL4223_W8
Session will not be recorded

Semester 1: Week 10

DATE & TIMEVENUESTAFFEVENT
Wednesday
15-11-2023
14:15 to 16:00
Purdie Building
222
Dr Stuart MacNeill
-
Workshop W9: Session 9
2023-4_BL4223_W9
Session will not be recorded

Semester 1: Week 11

DATE & TIMEVENUESTAFFEVENT
Wednesday
22-11-2023
14:15 to 16:00
Purdie Building
222
Dr Stuart MacNeill
Dr Helder Ferreira
Other O1: Assessed student presentations
2023-4_BL4223_O1
Session will not be recorded
Data Sources: information in this online module handbook is gathered from several sources.
Small footnote marks beside content, or by section titles indicate the source.
* University of St Andrews Module Catalogue
School of Biology Symbiosis Database (module organisers only)
University of St Andrews MMS (St Andrews users only)

BL4223: Assessment

1.5-hour Written Examination = 40%, Coursework = 60%*

The following related information applies to all Biology modules:

School of Biology Marking Criteria: See JH booklet info (st-andrews.ac.uk) 
Late submission of continuous assessment work:

All late submissions of coursework that do not require electronic submission should be made via the Biology Teaching Office, Level 2, BMS Building, North Haugh.
Exam details: See School of Biology UG Handbook JH booklet info (st-andrews.ac.uk)  : All Biology exams will be conducted online for 2022-23.
Exam timetable: See Timetables - Exams - University of St Andrews (st-andrews.ac.uk) 
Expected attendance: See JH booklet info (st-andrews.ac.uk)  for detailed attendance requirements.
Good Academic Practice & Avoiding Academic Misconduct: See JH booklet info (st-andrews.ac.uk)
University Student Handbook: University Student Handbook
School and University regulations in the School and University Undergraduate Handbook relating to absence reporting, penalties and rules for late submission of work, extensions for coursework, return of coursework, S-coding, good academic practice and Academic Alerts.: JH booklet info (st-andrews.ac.uk)
University Student Handbook
Data Sources: information in this online module handbook is gathered from several sources.
Small footnote marks beside content, or by section titles indicate the source.
* University of St Andrews Module Catalogue
School of Biology Symbiosis Database (module organisers only)
University of St Andrews MMS (St Andrews users only)

Who to ask

(Information in this section applies to all Biology Modules)

Before contacting staff, students should check the content of the Biology Undergraduate Handbook, the module handbook and specific task instructions.

Questions about Contact
General teaching matters Biology Teaching Office ( bioteach@st-andrews.ac.uk )
Rescheduled or cancelled events Check your University email
Lecture or practical content The lecturer who presented the material
Completing assessed practical assignments The lecturer who set the assignment
Completing assessments Module Organiser (Dr Stuart MacNeill sam31@st-andrews.ac.uk)
Marking on continuous assessment The Demonstrator or Module Organiser (Dr Stuart MacNeill sam31@st-andrews.ac.uk)
Marking on exams Module Organiser (Dr Stuart MacNeill sam31@st-andrews.ac.uk)
Rearranging practical days
Module Organiser (Dr Stuart MacNeill sam31@st-andrews.ac.uk)
Absence and/or extensions Module Organiser (Dr Stuart MacNeill sam31@st-andrews.ac.uk)

and the Biology Teaching Office ( bioteach@st-andrews.ac.uk )

Difficulties with academic progress which impact more than one module:

Year Coordinator

See School of Biology UG Handbook for list:
JH booklet info (st-andrews.ac.uk)

Overall performance, progress or future directions:

Advisor of Studies

Disability:

Disability Coordinator ( biodisabilities@st-andrews.ac.uk )

For advice and support on any issue e.g. academic, financial, international, personal or health matters, or if you are unsure of who to go to for help:

Advice & Support Centre

Address: 79 North Street, St Andrews

Email: theasc@st-andrews.ac.uk

Web: https://www.standrews.ac.uk/ask-a-question/

Tel: 01334 462020

University assistance with urgent matters out of office hours:

Tel: 01334 476161

Web: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/students/advice/counselling/incrisis/

Biology Teaching Office:

We are happy to hear from you about teaching matters. The School of Biology Teaching Office is open Monday to Friday 09.00 - 13.00 and 14.00 - 17.00. School of Biology staff will respond to your emails during these hours. Our team will provide a response to you within three working days.

Biology Teaching Office (Level 2), University of St Andrews, Biomolecular Sciences Building, North Haugh, St Andrews, Fife KY16 9ST

Email: bioteach@st-andrews.ac.uk

Tel: 01334 46 3602 or 3566

BL4223: Contributing Staff

Dr Stuart MacNeill
(Module Organiser)

SULSA Reader in Translational Biologysam31@st-andrews.ac.uk
Dr Helder FerreiraLecturerhcf2@st-andrews.ac.uk
Dr Stuart MacNeill
(Module Organiser)
SULSA Reader in Translational Biologysam31@st-andrews.ac.uk
Data Sources: information in this online module handbook is gathered from several sources.
Small footnote marks beside content, or by section titles indicate the source.
* University of St Andrews Module Catalogue
School of Biology Symbiosis Database (module organisers only)
University of St Andrews MMS (St Andrews users only)

BL4223: Learning Outcomes

No details are currently available for Learning Outcomes

Data Sources: information in this online module handbook is gathered from several sources.
Small footnote marks beside content, or by section titles indicate the source.
* University of St Andrews Module Catalogue
School of Biology Symbiosis Database (module organisers only)
University of St Andrews MMS (St Andrews users only)

BL4223: Acquired Skills

Practical Skills

    Transferable Skills

    • Group discussion - participating
    • Long individual presentation on given topic (>15 min)
    • Short individual presentation on given topic (up to 15 min)
    • Summary
    • Critically evaluating sources/information
    Data Sources: information in this online module handbook is gathered from several sources.
    Small footnote marks beside content, or by section titles indicate the source.
    * University of St Andrews Module Catalogue
    School of Biology Symbiosis Database (module organisers only)
    University of St Andrews MMS (St Andrews users only)

    Policies

    (Information in this section applies to all Biology Modules)

    • The procedures and regulations followed by the School of Biology are outlined in the University Handbook and in the School of Biology UG handbook  JH booklet info (st-andrews.ac.uk) 
    • All coursework associated with the module must be completed and submitted by its due date.
    • Specific School regulations relating to absence reporting, penalties and rules for late submission of work, extensions for coursework, return of coursework, S-coding, Good Academic Practice and Academic Alert are stated in the School of Biology UG hand book JH booklet info (st-andrews.ac.uk)  and students are required to carefully read these regulations.
    • Students are also referred to the University Handbook, available at: http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/studenthandbook/