Project 2: Molecular Cascades
Addresses course outcome 1:
- synthesize knowledge of cellular and molecular biological concepts in discussion of scientific studies to reflect the interconnectedness of cell processes and structure
The purpose of this assignment is to test your ability to apply your understanding of cell biology and problem solving. This will be accomplished by having you consider the impact of the types of manipulations of cell systems that biologists routinely perform in an effort to better understand
Scenario
What happens if a G protein is unable to
hydrolyze GTP? How will this affect the pathway in which the G protein
functions? Would activates both upstream and downstream of the G protein be
affected?
Please choose one of the scenarios above and write a one to two page (single spaced, 12pt font) essay to answer the questions.
Grading (100 points total)
70 points: accuracy of information presented and reasonable level of detail
15 points: clarity/quality of writing
15 points: source material cited
