Physique et biologie de la matière vivante

Description

This course will present recent advances in cell biology and systems biology, placing them in the context of the major seminal articles in biophysics. 

Compétences visées

•    Applying knowledge in physics;

•    Apply methods from mathematics and digital technology;

•    Produce a critical analysis, with hindsight and perspective;

•    Interact with colleagues in physics and other disciplines;

•    Take on responsibilities in a team working on an experimental project;

•    Research a physics topic using specialised resources;

•    Communicate in writing and orally, including in English;

•    Respect ethical, professional and environmental principles in the practice of physics.

Syllabus

I-Model systems /reconstituted systems

I.1 C. elegans (A.C. Reymann)
I.2 Rho and optogenetics (O. Pertz)
I.3 Zebrafish and the heart (J. Vermot)
I.4 Drosophila : information processing (T. Gregor)
I.5 Actin in vitro (A.C. Reymann)
I.6 Mouse : Division and cell fate (J.L. Maître)
I.7 Physics of fission in vitro (S. Morlot)

II-Classics in Biological Physics

II.1 Analysis of classical articles
II.2 Recent developments

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