CHM 450 - Biochemistry I

CHM 332 with a grade of C (2.0) or better, or CHM 330 with a grade of C (2.0) or better and concurrent election of CHM 332. (3)

Exploration of a myriad of topics around the chemistry of living systems and the biomolecules that constitute such systems, with a common focus on human health and disease. Topics include, but are not limited to: the chemistry of water and buffers; thermodynamics of biochemical reactions; structure and function of proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, and nucleotides; enzyme kinetics, regulation, and inhibition; biotechnology; and signal transduction. Three hours lecture and group work weekly. CHM 450 in combination with CHM 452 will meet the biochemistry requirements of most veterinary, medical, dental and pharmacy schools. Graded ABCDE