Gene Scissor


Title

Gene Scissor

Creator

Liu, Mingkang

Faculty

Faculty of Science

Department

Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology

Description

Cancer is an active killer worldwide. The cancer incidence has been on a rising trend, increasing at an average rate of about 3.1% per year in the past decade. This alarming trends stimulate Mr. Liu Mingkang's interest in cancer research. All research projects bring unexpected difficulties. In his case, the experiment lacked clear selection criteria for the desired single cell clones which is one of the core questions to be solved in his research project. Then, Mingkang consulted experienced professionals. Then he attempted to optimise the experiment conditions, and patiently screened multiple colonies with varied selection marker expressions. Eventually, Mingkang successfully developed the genetically modified cell model and hope no one would suffer from the untreatable disease in the world.

Learning outcome/goal

Critical Thinking and Problem-solving
Adaptability and Flexibility
Networking and Collaboration
Accountability and Motivation

Date

2022-12

Programme

BSc (Hons) Applied Biology with Biotechnology

Degree Level

Undergraduate

Keywords

Biological Science ; Cancer Research ; CRISPR-Cas9 System ; Translational Medicine

Subject

Cancer -- Research
Cancer cells

Rights

All rights reserved

Language

English

Type

Feature Story

Access Rights

open access