Medical Biochemistry I

Corequisites: BIOL 6500 and BIOL 6510

Course Restrictions: Restricted to students in the Master of Science in Medical Science program.

Biochemistry is the science concerned with studying the various molecules, chemical reactions, and processes related to living cells and organisms. Medical Biochemistry I is part one of a two-course sequence presented to medical students in their first year. Medical Biochemistry I includes the following units: Structural and functional relationships of proteins, Genome organization and function, Gene expression regulation, cell cycle control, and Medical genetics. Medical aspects are emphasized to build up the necessary background for future application in other basic sciences and clinical courses.

Credit: 5