Undergraduate Research Groups -- A Model Method for TeachingGenetic Engineering Technology

该项目提供了创建一个完整的 研究环境作为遗传工程中的培训模式 技术方案。 这个强大的新计划旨在提供 妇女成为一名妇女所需的概念和技术背景 基于现代生物学研究的专业领域的领导者。 研究环境允许进行使用重组DNA的培训 技术，DNA测序和单克隆抗体，同时教学 分子生物学的核心概念 学生研究项目 将相关技术的使用扩展到积极研究的领域， 同时培养女性的自信心和独立思考能力， 主修生物学。 设备（荧光显微镜、层析柜、 超低温冰箱、数据采集计算机和台式离心机） 扩展了一个成功的课程，并被安置在一个新的设施。与 它，本科生可以在该地区进行研究， 免疫诊断具有潜在的可重复性， 大大提高了培训的可信度。 受赠机构正在将NSF奖项与同等奖项相匹配 从非联邦来源获得的金额。

This project provides equipment needed to create a complete research environment as a training model within the Genetic Engineering Technology Program. This strong new program is designed to provide the conceptual and technical background needed for women to become leaders in professional fields based on modern biological research. The research environment permits training in the use of recombinant DNA techniques, DNA sequencing, and monoclonal antibodies, while teaching central concepts of molecular biology. Student research projects extend the use of relevant techniques to areas of active research, while developing self-confidence and independent thinking in women majoring in biology. The equipment (fluorescence microscope, chromatography cabinet, ultralow freezer, data acquisition computer and benchtop centrifuge) extends a successful curriculum and is housed in a new facility. With it, undergraduates can conduct research in the area of immunodiagnostics that is of potentially publishable quality, lending greatly increased credibility to the training. The grantee institution is matching the NSF award with an equal sum obtained from non-Federal sources.