May 21, 2024  
2016-2017 Graduate Bulletin 
    
2016-2017 Graduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED BULLETIN]

Course Descriptions


 

Chemistry

  
  • CHEM 6531 Biochemistry I Laboratory

    (1 hour)
    Introduction to the isolation, identification, and reactions of biological materials. Three hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite or corequisite: CHEM 6533 
  
  • CHEM 6533 Biochemistry I

    (3 hours)
    An introduction to the chemical aspects of biological systems with emphasis on structure and chemistry of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids. Prerequisites: CHEM 3023 and 3021.
  
  • CHEM 6543 Biochemistry II

    (3 hours)
    Selected advanced topics in biochemistry with an emphasis on structure and function relationships. Three lectures per week. Prerequisite: CHEM 4133.
  
  • CHEM 7143 Biochemistry of Cell Fate

    (3 hours)
    An advanced course discussing biochemical principles that underlie biological processes determining mammalian cell fate. Emphasis will be on understanding how different signal transduction mechanisms influence gene expression and protein activity to modulate cell cycle control and cell fate decisions. Prerequisites: CHEM 4133 or equivalent course and permission of instructor.
  
  • CHEM 7193 Biochemistry of Disease

    (3 hours)
    An advanced course that will take a mechanistic approach to understanding how disruption of basic biological processes like gene expression, protein activity, and cell fate determination contribute to development of human diseases such as cancer and neurodegeneration. Prerequisites: CHEM 4133 or equivalent course and permission of instructor.
  
  • CHEM 7213 Clinical Biochemistry

    (3 hours)
    Coordinates the understanding of the biochemical concepts relating to cellular metabolism and energy, signal transduction, neurotransmitter syntheses/degradation and molecular and human cell biology, nutrition, and tissue and organ metabolism. Students will apply the biochemical principles to maintaining wellness and treating disease states.
  
  • CHEM 7283 Biochemistry of Nutrition

    (3 hours)
    The basic biochemistry of human nutrition and functional foods. Topics include vitamins and minerals and their relation to health and disease. Prerequisites: CHEM 4143 or equivalent.
  
  • CHEM 7293 Biochemistry of Cancer

    (3 hours)
    Explore the biochemical basis of cancer. Identify interconnected biochemical systems underlying normal/abnormal cellular function.  Develop a deeper understanding of the biochemical nature of cellular transformation. Recognize context and the limitations. Develop communicator skills.
  
  • CHEM 7313 Biochemistry of Neutraceuticals

    (3 hours)
    The biochemistry of functional foods and novel food compounds that promote health and combat disease. Prerequisite: CHEM 4133 or equivalent.
  
  • CHEM 7863 Advanced Topics in Chemistry and Biochemistry

    (3 hours)
    Advanced study of an area of research activity. Important concepts, the contribution of modern instrumentation, and relevance of the research will be emphasized. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
  
  • CHEM 7973 Graduate Seminar

    (3 hours)
    In addition to discussions of advanced topics in chemistry and biochemistry given by students, faculty, and invited guest speakers, students will be assigned a topic on which to write a research proposal. A defense of the proposal before the faculty will be conducted at the end of the semester.