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CHEM 0322

Biochemistry of Macromolecules

Biochemistry of Macromolecules
This course is an introduction to biochemistry that focuses on the chemical and physical properties of amino acids, proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids. Specific topics include the structure and function of proteins, enzyme mechanisms and kinetics, how carbohydrates and lipids contribute to vital cellular and organismal functions, and informational biochemistry (DNA, RNA, and specific enzymes and processes leading to the production of regulatory RNA and proteins). Specific topics from the primary literature will be explored to illustrate how particular techniques and experimental approaches are used to gain a new understanding of biochemistry and molecular biology. (CHEM 0203 or CHEM 0242) 3 hrs. lect., 1 hr. disc.
Subject:
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Department:
Chemistry & Biochemistry
Division:
Natural Sciences
Requirements Fulfilled:
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Sections in Spring 2018

Spring 2018

CHEM0322A-S18 Lecture (Giddings)
CHEM0322B-S18 Lecture (Cluss)
CHEM0322U-S18 Discussion (Giddings)
CHEM0322V-S18 Discussion (Giddings)
CHEM0322W-S18 Discussion (Cluss)