Analysis of topics in biochemistry including DNA structure and replication, RNA synthesis and processing, protein synthesis, enzyme function and mechanism, and protein structure and dynamics. Intended as a comprehensive treatment of areas central to modern biochemistry for entering graduate students. Lectures concurrent with CHEM 5771 covering the same topics except for the requirement of a written research proposal. Prereq., CHEM 4731 or equivalent, and graduate standing or instructor consent. Prerequisites: Restricted to Graduate Students only.