CHEM-6731 (3-6) Advanced Topics in Biochemistry

Detailed study of current literature relative to one main topic is undertaken each semester. Topics covered on a rotating basis include enzyme kinetics and mechanisms; lipids and lipoproteins; chemistry and enzymology of nucleic acids; biochemistry of nucleic acids in eukaryotic cells; and protein chemistry. Presentations include faculty lectures and student reports. May be repeated up to 12 total credit hours. Department enforced prereq., one year of biochemistry courses. Department consent required. Requisites: Restricted to graduate students only.