Applied biochemistry
BS BC BP
Dr Peter Towns
6 points * First semester * Four 1-hour lectures and one 5-hour laboratory session per week (these are average figures to permit inclusion of some lengthy experimements) * Gippsland/Distance * Prerequisites: GAS2142
This subject begins with a study of protein chemistry, including the principles of folding of polypeptide chains, the notion of ligand induced conformational changes as a fundamental control mechanism, and catalysis and its control. The dynamic biochemistry of membranes and the biochemistry of the cytoskeleton are then considered, followed by a study of hormonal control of metabolism. The biochemistry of disease is illustrated by a detailed study of diabetes, cancer and heart disease. Laboratory work is designed to introduce modern analytical procedures and to illustrate key concepts of the theory course.
Assessment
Mid-semester test and final examination: 70% * Practical work: 30% * A pass in both theory and practical work is mandatory
Prescribed texts
To be advised
Recommended texts
Brandin C and Tooze J Introduction to protein structure Garland, 1991