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Biochemical Regulation of Cell Function

  • BIOC2202
  • Semester 2, offshore teaching period (see Timetable)
  • 6 points
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This unit focuses on the central role of proteins in controlling or affecting cell function and expands on information covered in BIOC2201 Biochemistry of the Cell. The roles of proteins are examined in cellular activities of metabolism, protein sorting, communication between cells and cell division. Diseases such as diabetes and cancer are discussed in the context of protein dysfunction.<br/><br/>The content of the unit is divided into several major themes: (1) Metabolism—this is concerned with understanding how the interactions of multiple proteins results in the generation of energy required to fuel the cell; (2) Metabolic integration and control—emphasis is placed on understanding how... -- Course Website

Instructor: Associate Professor Peter Arthur

Prerequisites: SCIE1106 Molecular Biology of the Cell and six points of (CHEM1101 Inorganic and Physical Chemistry; CHEM1102 Organic Chemistry; CHEM1103 Biological Organic Chemistry; CHEM1104 Biological Inorganic and Physical Chemistry; CHEM1105 Introductory Chemistry;



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