Genetics

🤝 Course Title: Introduction to Genetics 🧬

🚀 Course Headline: Embark on a Journey Through the Fascinating World of Genetics with Expert Jhanavi Ramanujam!

Are you fascinated by the code of life that shapes every organism on our planet? If so, this comprehensive online course will take you on an exhilarating exploration into the realm of genetics. By the end of this course, you'll have a profound understanding of how genetic information is stored, expressed, and inherited across generations. Let's dive into the exciting units that await you!

Course Overview:

Unit 1: Foundations of Genetics

• 🎓 Understanding Genetics - We'll start by laying the groundwork for genetic concepts, ensuring you have a solid foundation to build upon.
• DNA and RNA Structure - Explore the structure of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) and ribonucleic acid (RNA), including nucleotides, sugars, and phosphates. 🧬➡️🍓
• Complementary Base Pairing - Discover the intricate pairing of nitrogenous bases on DNA strands and how they ensure accurate copying. 🌀

Unit 2: Mendelian Inheritance

• 🌱 Mendel's Legacy - We'll delve into the pioneering work of Gregor Mendel, his pea plants, and how he laid the foundation for our understanding of genetics.
• Monohybrid and Dihybrid Crosses - Learn about the principles of monohybrid and dihybrid inheritance patterns through practical examples and problem-solving exercises. 🧮
• Incomplete Dominance - Study the concept of incomplete dominance and see it in action with a real-world example.

Unit 3: Gene Interactions

• 🤝 Epistasis, Multiple Allelism, and Polygenic Inheritance - Explore the complexities of gene interactions, including epistasis, multiple alleles, and polygenic traits, with practical problems to solve.

Unit 4: Sex Determination

• 🌿 Sex Determination in Plants and Animals - Investigate the mechanisms behind sex determination and understand the concepts of homogametic and heterogametic sexes.
• Chromosomal Sex Determination - Delve into the differences between males and females in various species, including humans.

Unit 5: Chromosomal Crossover

• 🎭 Chromosomal Crossing Over - Discover the phenomenon of crossing over during meiosis and its significance in genetics.
• Linkage and Mapping - Learn about genetic linkage, complete and incomplete, through the study of model organisms like Drosophila and maize. 🍽️
• Morgan's Contribution to Genetics - Understand the contributions of Thomas Hunt Morgan to our understanding of linkage.

Unit 6: Chromosomal Variation

• 🔄 Structural and Numerical Changes in Chromosomes - Investigate the various structural and numerical changes that can occur in chromosomes, including deletions, inversions, duplications, translocations, and tandem duplications.
• Polyploidy Examples - Study the concept of polyploidy with a detailed case study on the New World Cotton Plant. 🌿

Unit 7: Maternal Inheritance

• 🌸 Maternal Effects and Inheritance - Examine the concept of maternal inheritance through examples like Mirabilis jalapa and understand its implications.

Unit 8: Mutations

• 💥 Mutations and Mutagens - Learn about the different types of mutations, their causes, and effects on an organism's genetic makeup.
• Types of Mutations - Study point mutations, frame shift mutations, and learn about transitional and transversal mutations, as well as tautomeric shifts.

Unit 9: Genetic Disorders and Syndromes

• 🤧 Understanding Genetic Syndromes - Conclude the course by exploring various genetic disorders and syndromes, including Turner Syndrome, Klinefelter Syndrome, and others.

By the end of this course, you'll have a comprehensive understanding of genetics, from the basics to the complexities of chromosomal variations and genetic disorders. With practical examples, engaging content, and expert guidance from Jhanavi Ramanujam, you're set for success in grasping the intricacies of this fascinating science. 🎓✨

Enroll now and join a community of learners eager to unlock the mysteries of genetics! 🔫➡️🪟