Principles of Chemical Biology (314-0-03)

Instructors

Xiaoyu Zhang

Meeting Info

Technological Institute M152: Tues, Thurs 8:00AM - 9:30AM

Overview of class

The aim of this course is to make students familiar with the recent developments in the field of bioorganic chemistry/chemical biology. This is a relatively new field of science that transcends the areas of chemistry, biology, medicine, and drug discovery. The major dogma in this field is to use principles of chemistry to provide answers to fundamental questions in biology and advance human medicine. Particular emphasis in this field is placed on designing chemical probes and chemical reactions and use those molecules/reactions to study basic biological processes. This course is suited for graduate students and undergraduate students majoring in chemistry, chemical and biological engineering, biomedical engineering, and biology.

Registration Requirements

Prerequisites: CHEM 215-2 or CHEM 217-3 (C- or better); and 1 quarter of biology; or consent of instructor.

Class Materials (Suggested)

Title: Introduction to Bioorganic Chemistry and Chemical Biology
Author: Van Vranken and Weiss
Publisher: Taylor
ISBN: 9780815342144
Approx. Price: $200 (new), $110 (ebook) $88 (rent)

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Prerequisites: CHEM 215-2 or CHEM 212-3 (C- or better); and 1 quarter of biology; or consent of instructor.