CHEM-6310

Bioorganic Mechanisms

The study of mechanisms of organic reactions in biochemical processes on a molecular level. Enzyme active sites, mechanisms of enzymatic transformations, catalysis, cofactors, enzyme kinetics, environmental toxicology. Strong emphasis on the design and mechanism of action of pharmaceutical agents. Meets with CHEM-4310; both courses cannot be taken for credit. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Spring term odd-numbered years.

3 credit hours