Principles of Biochemistry
Principles of Biochemistry integrates an introduction to the structure of macromolecules and a biochemical approach to cellular function. Topics addressing protein function will include enzyme kinetics, the characterization of major metabolic pathways and their interconnection into tightly regulated networks, and the manipulation of enzymes and pathways with mutations or drugs. An exploration of simple cells (red blood cells) to more complex tissues (muscle and liver) will be used as a framework to discuss the progression in metabolic complexity. Learners will also develop problem solving and analytical skills that are more generally applicable to the life sciences.
What you'll learn
- The structure and function of the chemical building blocks of life
- How to navigate protein structures using PyMOL
- The central role of enzymes in catalyzing the reactions of life
- The primary metabolic pathways that power cells
- The intricate mechanisms that regulate cellular metabolism
- The integration of biochemical processes in the context of cells, tissues, and whole organisms
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| Rating | 4.8★ based on 7 ratings |
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| Length | 15 weeks |
| Effort | 15 weeks, 4–6 hours per week |
| Starts | On Demand (Start anytime) |
| Cost | $249 |
| From | Harvard University, HarvardX via edX |
| Instructors | Alain Viel, Rachelle Gaudet |
| Download Videos | On all desktop and mobile devices |
| Language | English |
| Subjects | Science |
| Tags | Biology & Life Sciences Medicine Chemistry |
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As a science I consider the most important to biochemistry since life itself is based on the laws that dictate from the simple to the complex or vice versa.
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I have no formal background in biology, so it took much longer each week than was advertised, but that is to be expected.
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Very challenging and took a long time to complete (over 3 months) but I really felt I was being give an in-depth introduction to biochemistry.
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Excellent course, but grueling - it's long, it covers a huge swath of material, and it's not easy for someone, like me, with a limited background in chemistry.
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| Rating | 4.8★ based on 7 ratings |
|---|---|
| Length | 15 weeks |
| Effort | 15 weeks, 4–6 hours per week |
| Starts | On Demand (Start anytime) |
| Cost | $249 |
| From | Harvard University, HarvardX via edX |
| Instructors | Alain Viel, Rachelle Gaudet |
| Download Videos | On all desktop and mobile devices |
| Language | English |
| Subjects | Science |
| Tags | Biology & Life Sciences Medicine Chemistry |
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