Bioinformatics

Microorganisms play a key role in the environment, in human health and in biotechnological research. The course of Microbiology aims to provide the basic principles of structure, function and evolution of microbial cells, with particular regard to bacterial cells. The knowledge and skills acquired during this course will represent a framework for the study of bioinformatics and biotechnological applications of microorganisms, and for the analysis of their impact on human health and the environment. Students who have passed the exam will know and understand (acquired knowledge) - The structural and functional diversity which is present in the microbial world; - The mechanisms responsible for the structure and functioning of bacterial cells; - The mechanisms responsible for the evolution of bacterial species; - The structure and life cycles of viruses; - The methods and strategies for the control of microbial growth. Students who have passed the exam will be able to (acquired skills): - Understand and analyse microbiological data; - Critically analyze the issues related to the evolution and diffusion of multi-resistant antibiotic bacteria; - Understand and design experimental and bioinformatics approaches for the study and exploitation of bacteria for biotechnological and environmental purposes; - Identify and develop key themes to build educational paths in microbiology.