MCDB 108A - Biochemistry - Structure and Function of Macromolecules

Introduction to the structures and functions of proteins, including enzymes, with emphasis on their basic architecture and biological mechanisms of action and regulation. Methods used for characterizing proteins and analyzing enzyme kinetic data are also emphasized.

Prerequisites: MCDB 1A, and EEMB 2 and MCDB 1B; and Chemistry 1A-B-C; and Chemistry 109A-B-C (Chem 109C may be taken concurrently). Completion of all listed prerequisites with a grade of C or better.