ECTS:

3

Course Outline
e-Class

The overall objective of the course is to provide to the students the theoretical background of the molecular mechanisms of epigenetics.

The objectives of the course are:

  • To understand the basic principles of epigenetics
  • To understand the various layers of the epigenetics in relation to the architectural organization of chromatin
  • To understand how the various epigenetic modifications affect various cell functions.
  • To understand the epigenetic background of diseases and cancer.

Learning outcomes
Upon the successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:

  • know the basic terms and principles of epigenetics
  • understand the role of epigenetics in chromatin organization
  • understand the role of epigenetics in various cellular functions
  • know the role of epigenetics in various diseases
Name Capacity Email
Georgitsi Marianthi Assistant Professor mgeorgit@mbg.duth.gr
Kolovos Petros Associate Professor pkolovos@mbg.duth.gr
Maroulakou Ioanna Professor imaroula@mbg.duth.gr