CH 106 Biochemistry and Technology

Explores the biochemical processes of living systems and the technological development of these systems to make or design products that enhance human life and society. Topics may include vaccine development, genetically modified organisms, gene therapy and designer medicine, forensic analysis pluripotent stem cells, 3-D printing, bioremediation, biocontrol and biosecurity. Biochemical concepts will include an introduction to macromolecular structure and function, gene expression and control, protein synthesis, cellular signaling and metabolic processes.
Three hours of lecture and one two-hour laboratory section per week.
Credits: 4

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