Genetics

Introduction to BLAST®

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Introduces BLAST® (Basic Local Alignment Search Tool), a fundamental bioinformatics tool for biological sequence analysis. Practise differentiating between gene homologues across organisms and collecting genome data using the BLAST® genome viewer. This resource guides users to identify homologous sequences and gain insights into research questions by comparing sequences of interest against essential genomic databases.

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Learning outcomes

Differentiate between gene homologues across organisms.
Examine and collect genome data using the BLAST® genome viewer.

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Skills

Obtaining and Recording Data

How to gather metadata associated with BLAST® entries
How to align two sequences using BLAST®

Interpreting and Analysing Data

How to interpret the alignment data to determine the type of mutation

How to apply principles of molecular genetics to interpret genomic databases

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Biological science

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Molecular biology

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Genetics

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