BMB 423: Biochemistry II

Dr. Prochaska, Winter Quarter, 4.0 credits
Prerequisite: BMB 421

The primary focus of this course is biosynthetic and biodegradative metabolism with emphasis on the molecular events which lead to the regulation of metabolism. Students will learn the chemistry which enables cells to generate energy for life-sustaining processes and the role of biological membranes in this process. Cell metabolism is divided into three main classifications: carbohydrates, amino acids and lipids. The metabolic pathways involved in the biosynthesis and degradation of these molecules will be presented. Control and regulation of these metabolic processes at the molecular level will also be discussed. In addition, some in depth discussions of biochemical mechanisms will provide students with the foundation to understand these reactions.

Contact Instructors:

Dr. Lawrence J. Prochaska, Course Director
060 Diggs Laboratory
775-2551
lawrence.prochaska@wright.edu

Dr. Daniel Organisciak
203 Biological Sciences
775-2546
dto@wright.edu