Category Archives: Biochemistry Second Year

< Back Dr. Felicia Vulcu (Fall 2018 & Winter 2019) Felicia is the kindest human being on earth and she care so much about you as a person. The tests are honestly not bad at all if you pay attention in classes and labs (you barely need to write down notes for class). You getContinue reading “BIOCHEM 2L06: Inquiry in Biochemical Techniques”

An inquiry approach to learning about current techniques in biochemistry research. Students will work in small groups in labs and workshops, with a focus on how to search the primary literature, prepare and deliver written and oral presentations. [6 units]

A brief introduction to proteins, enzymes and gene expression followed by a more detailed treatment of energy and intermediary metabolism with emphasis on physiological chemistry. [3 units]

Fundamental concepts and experimental methods in studying structures of proteins, including membrane proteins. Nature of enzyme catalysis. Introduction to enzyme kinetics and mechanism. [3 units]

Fundamental concepts and experimental methods in studying both DNA and RNA. Nature of genetic information and its storage. Molecular basis of replication, transcription and translation. Students will be required to participate in a seminar outside of regular class hours. [3 units]