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Principles of Biochemistry 
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Principles of Biochemistry
 at 
Harvard University 
Overview

This introduction to biochemistry explores the molecules of life, starting at simple building blocks and culminating in complex metabolism.

Duration

15 weeks

Mode of learning

Online

Schedule type

Self paced

Difficulty level

Intermediate

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Course Level

UG Certificate

Principles of Biochemistry
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Harvard University 
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Principles of Biochemistry
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Course details

What are the course deliverables?
  • 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
More about this course
  • 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

Principles of Biochemistry
 at 
Harvard University 
Curriculum

Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry

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Principles of Biochemistry
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Harvard University 
Faculty details

Alain Viel
Designation : Director of Undergraduate Research and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology, Harvard University
Rachelle Gaudet
Designation : Professor of Molecular and Cellular Biology, Harvard University

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