20.309 / 2.673J Biological Engineering II: Instrumentation and Measurement, Fall 2006
In the 20.309 lab, Justin Lo focuses the laser source of an atomic force microscope (foreground), while Andrzej Wojcieszynski adjusts the sample mounted in an optical trap (background). (Photo by Mr. Maxim Shusteff.)
Highlights of this Course
This course features extensive manuals for the
labs.
Course Description
This course covers sensing and measurement for quantitative molecular/cell/tissue analysis, in terms of genetic, biochemical, and biophysical properties. Methods include light and fluorescence microscopies; electro-mechanical probes such as atomic force microscopy, laser and magnetic traps, and MEMS devices; and the application of statistics, probability and noise analysis to experimental data. Enrollment preference is given to juniors and seniors.
Technical Requirements
Special software is required to use some of the files in this course: .zip, .avi, and .m.