Molecular Science
Molecular Science
Master of Science
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Graduate students register for the first semester of their program in the Fall semester. The maximum time from initial registration in the Program to completion of the Program is three years for full-time students. As well, there is a residency requirement. Students in Graduate Programs are required to maintain continuous registration in every semester of their Program until all requirements of their Program have been met, unless they have been granted Inactive Status. A student must complete at least 50% of the Program’s degree course requirements, and a thesis while registered as a graduate student at Ryerson. |
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This is a laboratory-based research project. Students are required to conduct research, submit their completed research in a thesis format to an examination committee, and make an oral presentation and defence of the research thesis and results to this committee. Through the thesis, students are expected to demonstrate competence in oral and written communication, experimental design and scientific thought processes, as well as a sound understanding of the specialty area associated with the research. The Master’s Thesis is a “Milestone.” Pass/Fail. |
| MS8201 Master's Seminar 1 |
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Master’s Seminar 1: This seminar course features presentations by guest speakers and students in the program. Each student is required to present a seminar on a topic not directly related to the student’s thesis research. All program students are required to attend and to actively participate in all seminars provided in this course. Pass/Fail |
| MS8202 Master's Seminar 2 |
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This seminar course features presentations by guest speakers and students in the program. Each student is required to present a seminar on his/her thesis research including background, proposal and results. All program students are required to attend and to actively participate in all seminars provided in this course. Pass/Fail |
Electives
| MS8101 Adv Analytical Chemistry |
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This course focuses on the principles and applications of modern methodologies for identifying and qualifying molecular species. The contents will be divided into two sections, 1) sample collection, storage and preparation, and, 2) modern analytical techniques (e.g. atomic and molecular spectrometry, mass spectrometry). Applications of these methods and techniques in chemical, biochemical (including protein analysis), clinical, environmental (including water, air and soil), food and pharmaceutical analysis will be discussed, using case studies. 1 Credit |
| MS8102 Adv Microscopy and Imaging |
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This course will provide students with an understanding of modern microscopic methods in chemistry and biology. Emphasis will be on theory and application of confocal microscopy, atomic force microscopy (AFM), confocal Raman microscopy and ultrasound-based approaches. All topics will be discussed in the context of scientific research based on recent publications. 1 Credit |
| MS8103 Genomics and Proteomics |
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An introduction to genomics and proteomics; relationship between structure and function of a gene; tools used in discovering and identifying sequences in a particular genome; an overview of protein structure and function, tools for structural determination, analysis of protein-protein interactions, introduction to the high throughput identification and quantification of protein expression; review of the Human Genome project; application of genomics and proteomics to drug design. Graduate students will require additional evaluation to the undergraduate requirements and may give a seminar or lecture. Exclusion BLG800. 1 Credit |
| MS8104 Interfacial Phenomena |
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This course introduces fundamental concepts of interface science in relation to biological and chemical systems. Topics may include artificial assemblies of biomolecules (e.g. lipids, proteins, polysaccharides) that perform novel functions, selfassembled monolayers, nanoparticles, structure and physiochemical properties of membranes, electrical properties of interfaces, physiochemistry of microbial adhesion, the structure of water adjacent to interfaces. Selected experimental methods will also be discussed. 1 Credit |
| MS8105 Molecular Recognition |
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This course provides a selective introduction to topics in molecular recognition from a chemical and biological perspective. Model systems are used to understand fundamental principles of molecular recognition and these concepts are then used to examine topics as diverse as antibody-antigen interactions, adhesin-receptor recognition, drug-ligand interactions and macromolecular interactions in gene expression and signal transduction. Investigating techniques including molecular graphics and modeling, NMR, mass spectrometry, X-ray crystallography and circular dichroism will be discussed. 1 Credit |
| MS8106 Materials Science |
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This course focuses on the relationship between the synthesis, properties and function of specialty materials with extended structures. Topics may include important conducting materials such as charge-transfer salts, semiconductors, superconductors, and organic and inorganic polymers; optoelectric materials; zeolites and nonporous structures, supramolecular assemblies such as liquid crystals and piezoelectric thin films. Biological topics may include artificial bone, synthetic blood, bio-polymers for drug delivery. Graduate students may be required to give a seminar or lecture. Exclusion: CHY445 1 Credit. |
| MS8107 Molecular Virology |
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An overview of virology, with emphasis on the contribution virology has made to molecular biology will be presented. Detailed analysis will be done of molecular structure/function relationships of specific viruses with impact on societal issues. Included will be viruses causing the AIDS, common cold, influenza, hepatitis, SARS, herpes and adenovirus infections, and others. Molecular pathogen-host interactions will be examined and current and/or potential therapeutic targets and uses will be identified. 1 Credit |
| MS8108 Advanced Structure Determination |
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This course focuses on the modern methods used to determine the structures of small molecules, polymers and biopolymers (proteins and nucleic acids), using nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, mass spectrometry and X-ray crystallography. The course will cover the theory behind the techniques and advanced applications of the techniques in the determination of structures. Emphasis will be placed on deciding which technique(s) are most appropriate for solving a given structural problem, as well as the interpretation of spectra/data. 1 Credit |
| MS8109 Directed Studies Molecular Science |
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Individual directed study in a specific area of molecular science not addressed in the current curriculum can be undertaken by a student under the supervision of a faculty member, usually the thesis supervisor. A program of supervised, advanced study related to the student’s area of concentration and reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of the program will be developed on an individual basis with the supervising faculty member. The program of study must be approved by the supervising faculty member and the program director at the beginning of the term of study. 1 Credit |
| ES8909 Environmental Biotechnology |
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This course, as a series of lectures and student-led discussions, covers the application of biologically-based technologies in environmental control and remediation. Particular emphasis is placed on understanding the key metabolic processes involved in biodegradation and biodeterioration. Areas of application covered include control of biodeterioration, biologically-based remediation of air, soil, solid waste, wastewater, energy, and bio-control agents. The relevant technologies are also discussed along with the potential positive and negative impacts which may be associated with the use of biotechnologies in the environment. 1 Credit |
For course descriptions and degree requirements, go to the Graduate Calendar
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