NCHU Course Outline
Course Name (中) 小分子活化 RNA 特論(二)(6549)
(Eng.) Special Topics on Small-Activating RNA (II)
Offering Dept Department of Life Sciences
Course Type Elective Credits 2 Teacher Chih-Yi Gabriela Lin
Department Department of Life Sciences/Graduate Language English Semester 2026-SPRING
Course Description This course aims to introduce the topic of small-activating RNA (saRNA). We will discuss the current knowledge in the field, including the mechanism of action of saRNA and its medical applications as a technique.
Prerequisites
self-directed learning in the course Y
Relevance of Course Objectives and Core Learning Outcomes(%) Teaching and Assessment Methods for Course Objectives
Course Objectives Competency Indicators Ratio(%) Teaching Methods Assessment Methods
This course aims to provide students with an understanding of saRNA biology and the application of this technique in an industrial setting.
8.Realizing the functions and regulatory mechanisms of biological molecules
9.The passion for seeking new development of biology
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topic Discussion/Production
Discussion
Attendance
Oral Presentation
Course Content and Homework/Schedule/Tests Schedule
Week Course Content
Week 1 Introduction to RNA biology I
Week 2 Introduction to RNA biology II
Week 3 Coding RNA basis I
Week 4 Coding RNA basis II
Week 5 Non-coding RNA basis I
Week 6 Non-coding RNA basis II
Week 7 Small RNA I
Week 8 Small RNA II
Week 9 Small-interfering RNA I
Week 10 Small-interfering RNA II
Week 11 Small-activating RNA I
Week 12 Small-activating RNA II
Week 13 microRNA I
Week 14 microRNA II
Week 15 Application of small-activating RNA I
Week 16 Application of small-activating RNA II
self-directed
learning		    03.Preparing presentations or reports related to industry and academia.
Evaluation
Oral presentation: 50%; Class engagement: 50%
Textbook & other References
Papers on related topics
Teaching Aids & Teacher's Website
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