Identification of an Unknown Plasmid

 

Todd Bennethum

Tested Studies in Laboratory Teaching, 1994, Volume 15

Abstract

Recent developments in the field of molecular biology and its far-reaching applications have brought biotechnology into the lives and minds of many students. A thorough familiarity with, and understanding of, such topics as recombinant DNA, cloning, and chromosome mapping will be essential for students to adequately tackle the consequent moral and financial concerns brought about by such technology. This laboratory activity is designed to introduce students to some of the strategies and tools employed by molecular biologists using a more problem-solving approach than many other such activities.

Keywords:  Molecular Biology, phage, plasmid

University of Toronto (1993)