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Archived Version 2018 - 2019

Module Title Proteins, Proteomics & Biopharma
Module Code BE402
School School of Biotechnology

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Module Co-ordinatorDr Ciaran FaganOffice NumberX207
NFQ level 8 Credit Rating 5
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None
Description

To describe some important techniques used for the purification and analysis of proteins. To illustrate the relevance of DNA recombinant technology to the production and purification of proteins and peptides. To review the use of enzymes in key industrial processes, noting their strengths and limitations. To show how protein engineering has led to improved products and processes. To review insulin and erythropoietin as exemplar therapeutics, and biocatalyst evolution for synthesis of a small-molecule drug. To provide an overview of biosensor development. To review recent developments in biopharmacology.

Learning Outcomes

1. Discuss the applications of bulk enzymes in key industrial processes (e.g. detergents, starch processing).
2. Describe examples of the improvement of key proteins by protein engineering strategies and the potential for process innovation using novel biocatalysts.
3. Outline the scope and potential of biosensor technologies.
4. Outline the applications of DNA recombinant technology to the production and purification of proteins.
5. Provide an overview of proteomics and proteomic analysis.
6. To describe developments in biopharmacology.



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Lecture24No Description
Independent Study101No Description
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

INDUSTRIAL ENZYMES AND THEIR USES
Sources and production of industrial enzymes; enzymes in detergents; starch processing and high-fructose syrup; use of enzymes for antibiotic semisynthesis and related purposes; enzyme uses in cellulose treatment and other situations.

PROTEIN ENGINEERING
Case histories – subtilisin and other enzymes used in industrial processes.

BIOSENSORS
Definition & applications; design problems; developments in biosensors incl. examples.

PROTEIN PRODUCTION & PURIFICATION
The use of recombinant DNA technology for optimal protein production , detection ,stability and purification; Affinity purification of recombinant fusion proteins (His-tag & Thioredoxin fusions, inclusion body formation etc); Capillary Electrophoresis - Protein & Peptide Analyses

PROTEOMICS
An overview of proteomic analysis, practical methodologies and applications, 2D-PAGE and LC-MS

BIOPHARMA & RECOMBINANT PROTEINS
Introduction to Biopharmacology and the importance of protein glycosylation; Erythropoietin (EPO); Insulin production and improvement via protein engineering; Biocatalyst evolution for pharmaceutical synthesis. Overview of some important biotherapeutics.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment0% Examination Weight100%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
Unavailable
Indicative Reading List

  • Golemis, E.A. & Adams, P.: 2014, Protein-Protein Interactions: A Molecular Cloning Manual (2nd Edition), Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Press, c/o Oxford University Press,
  • Lovric J.: 2011, Introducing Proteomics, Wiley-Blackwell,
  • Bonner , P.: 2006, Protein Purification, Taylor & Francis,
  • GK Walsh: 2002, Protein Biochemistry & Biotechnology, Wiley, 978471899075
  • C Hardin et al.: 2001, Cloning, Gene Expression and Protein Purification, Oxford Univ Press,
  • Walsh, G (Ed): 2009, Post-translational modification of protein biopharmaceuticals, Wiley-Blackwell,
  • Walsh, G: 2007, Pharmaceutical Biotechnology: Concepts and Applications, J Wiley & Sons UK,
Other Resources

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