CHEM-4760

Molecular Biochemistry I

Part I of a two-semester sequence focusing on the chemistry, structure, and function of biological molecules, macromolecules, and systems. Topics covered include protein and nucleic acid structure, enzymology, mechanisms of catalysis, regulation, lipids and membranes, carbohydrates, bioenergetics, and carbohydrate metabolism. This course is taught in studio mode. (Students cannot obtain credit for both this course and either BIOL-4760 or BCBP-4760.) Prerequisites: CHEM-2250 or CHEM-2210, and BIOL-2120 or equivalent. Fall term annually.

4 credit hours