Principles of Biochemistry
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Location
Online(Course Link)
Dates
On Demand
Course Categories
Math, Science and Engineering
Certficate
Yes(Course Certificate ($199))
Language
English
Course Fees
FreeNo. of Attendant
Unlimited
Acquired Skills/Covered Subjects
- The structure and function of the chemical building blocks of life,How to navigate protein structures using PyMOL,The central role of enzymes in catalyzing the reactions of life,The primary metabolic pathways that power cells,The intricate mechanisms that regulate cellular metabolism,The integration of biochemical processes in the context of cells
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Principles of Biochemistry integrates an introduction to the structure of macromolecules and a biochemical approach to cellular function. Topics addressing protein function will include enzyme kinetics, the characterization of major metabolic pathways and their interconnection into tightly regulated networks, and the manipulation of enzymes and pathways with mutations or drugs. An exploration of simple cells (red blood cells) to more complex tissues (muscle and liver) will be used as a framework to discuss the progression in metabolic complexity. Learners will also develop problem solving and analytical skills that are more generally applicable to the life sciences.
