Topics will range from the design and construction of transgene and DNA targeting vectors to embryo micromanipulation and cloning. Techniques for re-derivation and rescue of animal lines will also be presented. Planned speakers will present seminars on the future of genetic engineering in mice, the mouse as a cancer model system and current methods in ICSI and cloning. The courses are designed for novice students as well as for individuals with mouse genetic engineering experience.
All students benefit from in-depth interaction with instructors.
Applicants for this workshop should be familiar with the theoretical basis and general techniques of molecular biology. Manipulating the Mouse Embryo by B. Hogan, et. The courses are designed for novice students as well as for individuals with mouse genetic engineering experience. All students benefit from in-depth interaction with instructors. Applicants for this workshop should be familiar with the theoretical basis and general techniques of molecular biology.