MAP-UA 310 - Natural Science II: The Molecules of Life

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New York University

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Description:

Our lives are increasingly influenced by the availability of new pharmaceuticals, ranging from drugs that lower cholesterol to those that influence behavior. Critical to the function of such biomolecules is their three-dimensional structure that endows them with a specific function. Examines the chemistry and biology of biomolecules that make up the molecular machinery of the cell. Begins with the principles of chemical binding, molecular structure, and acid-base properties that govern the structure and function of biomolecules. Applies these principles to study the varieties of protein architecture and how enzymes facilitate biochemical reactions. Concludes with an overview of molecular genetics and how recent information from the Human Genome Project is stimulating new approaches in diagnosing disease and designing drug treatments.

Credits:

4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.nyu.edu

Phone Number:

(212) 998-1212

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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