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==Objectives and Learning Goals==
 
==Objectives and Learning Goals==
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* Learn function of the 20.309 AFM and the relationships between its components.
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* Understand how to extract quantitative information from this tool.
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* Use the AFM to estimate the value of a fundamental physical constant.
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* Possibly to take images, probe sample stiffness, and/or perform protein pulling.
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* Analyze sources of uncertainty and noise in the system that limit the accuracy of measurements.
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==Roadmap Scenarios and Milestones==

Revision as of 21:16, 4 June 2010

DNA Melting Apparatus

Objectives and Learning Goals

  • Learn function of the 20.309 AFM and the relationships between its components.
  • Understand how to extract quantitative information from this tool.
  • Use the AFM to estimate the value of a fundamental physical constant.
  • Possibly to take images, probe sample stiffness, and/or perform protein pulling.
  • Analyze sources of uncertainty and noise in the system that limit the accuracy of measurements.
==Roadmap Scenarios and Milestones==