Course Details

Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
7MBG436MILESTONE DISCOVERIES IN PHYSIOLOGY AND MEDICINE3+0+03517.05.2026

 
Course Details
Language of Instruction English
Level of Course Unit Bachelor's Degree
Department / Program MOLECULAR BIOLOGY AND GENETICS
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Elective
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course Demonstrating the foundational concepts that enables students to perceive and distinguish the targeted challenges and the innovative problem-solving approaches employed in Nobel-recognized research.
Examining key studies of a scientific discovery in order to empower students to identify their underlying relationships and evaluate how these components synergistically contribute to scientific progress.
Designing and delivering group presentations collaboratively supports students to communicate research findings on Nobel-winning discoveries in a clear and engaging manner.
Course Content This course examines the collaborative efforts behind recent Nobel Prize- winning discoveries in "Physiology or Medicine", highlighting the innovative research processes and methodologies that drive scientific breakthroughs. It examines how novel ideas develop from initial observations and hypothesis generation to experimental design and paradigm-shifting conclusions. A key focus is on how Nobel laureates employed systematic problem-solving approaches to overcome complex challenges. This course fosters an appreciation for the profound impact of methodological research on scientific advancement.
Course Methods and Techniques Lectures, particular talks by prominent scientists, quizzes, articles will be included within the course content. Additionally, each student (as an individual or within groups ) is responsible from presenting an article in front of the class.
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator None
Name of Lecturers Asist Prof.Dr. Nurettin AYVALI nurettin.ayvali@agu.edu.tr
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources
Course Notes Lectures and some of the notes (on papers) would be shared.
Documents Canvas.


Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"

Assessment Methods and Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Yarıyıl İçi Çalışmalarının Başarı Notunun Katkısı 1 % 20
Quiz/Küçük Sınav 8 % 30
Sunum/Seminer 1 % 20
Final examination 1 % 20
Diğer (Staj vb.) 1 % 10
Total
12
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Yazılı Sınav 1 2 2
Grup Sunumu 1 2 2
Ders Dışı Sınav 6 2 12
Sunum için Hazırlık 1 15 15
Kısa Sınav 6 3 18
Okuma 12 2 24
Kişisel Çalışma 12 3 36
Yüz Yüze Ders 1 2 2
Ders Dışı Ara Sınav 1 3 3
Derse Devam 14 2 28
Final Sınavı 1 3 3
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 5 145

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 Critically evaluate prominent literature relevant to the Nobel Prizes.
2 Develop basic understanding of the scientific research, including hypothesis generation, experimental design and innovative problem-solving approaches.
3 Identify the adopted scientific methodology within the Nobel-winning research.
4 Appraise the scientific implications of these discoveries and their impact on future research and medical practices.
5 Assess the societal and ethical implications, and relate to their broader impact on cultural, legal, and/or moral frameworks.

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 Literature of novel discoveries
8 Lecture-free week
9 Midterm
10 Innovative research techniques leading to discoveries
14 Ethical considerations in research

 
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10
All 5 5 3 4 5 3 5 5 4
C1 5 5 3 4 5 2 4 4 4
C2 5 5 2 4 5 2 4 4 4
C3 5 5 2 4 5 2 5 5 4
C4 5 3 4 5 4 5 5 4
C5 3 3 3 3 5 5 4

  Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant

  
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