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Fundamentals of Molecular Biology
Understand how life operates at the molecular level
An essential course for BSc/MSc students, CSIR prep, and curious learners looking to master core molecular biology concepts.
🔬 What You’ll Learn:
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Structure and function of DNA & RNA
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Replication, transcription & translation
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Genetic code & codons demystified
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Enzymes in molecular biology processes
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Regulation of gene expression
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Pathways, MCQs & real-life applications
🎯 Who Is This For?
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Undergraduate & Postgraduate Life Science students
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Aspirants of CSIR-NET, GATE, ICMR, DBT, etc.
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Educators & early-career researchers
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Curious minds eager to simplify complex biology
✅ Why Choose This Course?
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Concept-driven and exam-aligned content
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Visual learning with diagram-based explanations
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Study anywhere, anytime – lifetime access included
- Certificate of completion at the end of course
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Molecular Biology made simple, visual, and unforgettable.
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Fundamentals of Molecular Biology Overview
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What's Inside:
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- In depth video lectures and study notes covering the most important topics in molecular biology for your preparation for competitive exams, interviews, and vivas.
- Multiple choice quiz to test your knowledge at the end of the course
Topics covered include,
1. Fundamentals of Molecular Biology
- DNA, RNA, and Genetic Material Structure
- Central Dogma, DNA Replication, Transcription, and Genetic
Code - Gene Regulation, Lac Operon, and Trp Operon
- Mutations in Molecular Biology
- Other key concepts for competitive exams and interviews
2. DNA, RNA, and Genetic Material Structure
- Genetic Material Basics
- Nitrogenous Bases, Sugar, Bonds in Nucleic Acids
- DNA Structure (Watson and Crick Model)
- DNA vs RNA comparison
3. Dogma, DNA Replication, Transcription, and Genetic
Code
- Central Dogma
- DNA replication - Overview, Semi-Conservative Nature & Meselson-Stahl Experiment, Replication Mechanism, Enzymes and Proteins Involved, Directionality
- Transcription - Types of RNA. Transcription Process, DNA Strands during transcription, Genes and cistrons, Transcription mechanism
- Post-transcriptional modification (eukaryotes) - Key modification, Translation and genetic code, Features of genetic code
4. Gene Regulation, Lac Operon, Trp Operon
- Overview of gene regulation
- Prokaryotes vs Eukaryotes
- Operons - Concept and Discovery
- Lac operon (inducible operon) - Function, Components, Mechanism, Additional details
- Trp operon (repressible operon) - Function, Mechanism, Additional details
- Comparison of inducible vs repressible operon
- Biological importance
- Core takeaways
5. Mutations in Molecular Biology
- Defintion and significance of mutations
- Types of mutations - Point mutations, frameshift mutations, chromosomal mutations, aneuploidy
- Causes of mutations - Spontaneous mutations, Induced mutations
- Consequences of mutations
- Key examples
- Biological and medical relevance
- Summary
6. Exam and Interview strategy in molecular biology
- Importance of molecular biology in competitive exams
- Application beyond exams
- Practical example from viva
- Popular exam topics
- Success strategies

Our courses are carefully designed by subject experts to ensure a step-by-step learning path that builds clarity and confidence in every topic.

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About your instructor
I'm a passionate biology educator with experience in mentoring students for competitive exams. I created WhatNext to cut through the clutter and offer exam-focused, time-efficient resources that actually help students succeed. My focus has always been on smart preparation over scattered learning. If you've ever felt lost with too many notes, no clarity and no direction - this is for you!
Shruthi Sridhar, Educator
Frequently Asked Questions
This course offers a concise yet comprehensive understanding of molecular biology, covering essential topics like DNA/RNA structure, central dogma, gene regulation (lac and trp operons), mutations, and genetic code—ideal for competitive exams, interviews, and vivas. It includes video lectures, study notes, quizzes, and strategies for mastering frequently asked questions and key exam topics.
This course is ideal for:
- BSc/MSc Life Science Students
- CSIR-NET, DBT, ICMR, GATE aspirants
- Teacher, tutors, content creators
- Anyone who finds genetics confusing and wants a clear, visual and structured approach
Yes! Whether you’re starting genetics or revisiting it after a break, the course builds from the ground up with simple explanations and gradually introduces advanced topics.
We focus on:
- Concept clarity, not rote memorization
- Smart exam strategies, not just theory
- Visual learening, so topics actually stick. Plus, you get lifetime access to revisit concepts anytime.
Absolutely. You’ll receive a Certificate of Completion, which you can use as a value-add to your academic coursework or include in your CV as part of professional portfolio.