AS 020.326 - The Sugar Code: The Sweet Side of Life

Institution:

Johns Hopkins University

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Description:

Prereq: 020.305 Carbohydrates are not for energy (e.g., starch) or structure (e.g., cellulose) only. Carbohydrates conjugated to proteins and lipids (Glycoconjugates) perform diverse and intricate biological reactions. More than 2/3 of all proteins in eukaryotes are glycosylated. Glycolipids are vital elements of cell membranes, especially in the nervous tissues. Many pathogens (e.g., influenza virus) utilizes glycoconjugates on human cells to invade. Structures and biological functions of glycoconjugates will be discussed in this course.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.jhu.edu

Phone Number:

(410) 516-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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