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.)
Instructor(s)
Maxim Shusteff
Prof. Peter So
Prof. Scott Manalis
MIT Course Number
20.309 / 2.673J / 20.409J
As Taught In
Fall 2006
Level
Undergraduate / Graduate
Course Description
Course Features
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.