Biochemistry and Cell Biology - CBMS837
Biochemistry and cell biology are central to our understanding of medicine and biotechnology. Advances in these fields are dependent on an advanced understanding of the molecular basis of diverse cellular processes. This unit links important biochemical processes to functions and properties of eukaryotic cells. We explore advanced concepts including: enzyme function, properties of membranes, signal transduction, protein trafficking and transport, and protein turnover. These are linked to whole cell behaviours such as cell division and differentiation, programmed cell death, and general responses to external stimuli. Practical work complements lecture material and provides experience with a broad range of current techniques used in research and industry. Laboratory techniques used include analysis of signalling cascades, spectrophotometry, and fluorescence and light microscopy.
| Credit Points: | 4 |
| When Offered: | S2 Day - Session 2, North Ryde, Day |
| Staff Contact(s): | Dr Paul Jaschke |
| Prerequisites: |
Admission to MBiotech or MBiotechMCom or MBioBus or MLabQAMgt or MRadiopharmSc or MSc |
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| NCCW(s): | CBMS809, CBMS875 |
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| Assessed As: | Graded |
| Offered By: | Department of Molecular Sciences Faculty of Science and Engineering |
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