PHAR 3416 Biochemistry
This course in biochemistry encompasses the study of physiological processes at a molecular level. The course will focus on the structure, properties, and functions of bio-macromolecules and their building blocks-amino acids, carbohydrates, nucleotides and fatty acids. Major anabolic and catabolic pathways will be discussed. Enzyme kinetics, inhibition, and regulation will be presented. The course will introduce students to therapeutic agents that act on biochemical targets for treatment of diseases.