Molecular biology is a field of biological science that explores the composition, structure, functional mechanisms, interactions, and regulations of the molecular basis, which are essential to cellular physiology. In addition, molecular biology focuses on nucleic acids (DNA and RNA) and macromolecules (proteins), which are necessary for life processes, and investigates how these molecules interact and function within cells.
The Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics at KISSR is involved in research, education, and training to address fundamental life sciences issues and apply biological knowledge to prepare scientists and researchers to make a real difference in different topics such as molecular cell biology, molecular virology, and biotechnology.
The department's primary goal is to conduct research that enhances our understanding of the practical aspects of molecular genetics. The department is dedicated to educating students and new graduates about the challenges in molecular life sciences, offering training in an inclusive and friendly atmosphere. We aim to provide a research environment encouraging and fostering research and education in molecular and cellular biology, genetics, and biomedical sciences.
The department's scientific vision is to establish itself as a pioneer in molecular biology and genetics and to facilitate the recruitment of academic staff to engage in research projects.
Allele frequency databases are essential resources for understanding the geographic distribution and genetic diversity of human DNA. These datasets are fundamental for population genetics research and play a crucial role in forensic DNA analysis. They also provide researchers and specialists with important resources to advance their scientific work. Based on this, the Kurdistan Institution for Strategic Studies and Scientific Research (KISSR) conducted a comprehensive study to develop an allele frequency database for two Iraqi ethnic groups: the Sorani Kurds and the Hawrami. The scientific importance of this database lies in its ability to expand research knowledge and deepen the understanding of the unique genetic traits and characteristics of these groups.
This link provides the allele frequencies studied for the Sorani Kurds (Y-STRs and X-STRs) and Hawrami groups (autosomal-STRs) in Iraq
