BIOCHEM 2B03 - Nucleic Acid Structure and Function

3 unit(s)

Fundamental concepts and experimental methods in studying both DNA and RNA. Nature of genetic information and its storage. Molecular basis of replication, transcription and translation. Students will be required to participate in a seminar outside of regular class hours.
Three lectures; first term
Prerequisite(s): Credit or registration in one of CHEMBIO 2OA3, CHEM 2BA3 or 2OA3, and registration in Honours Biochemistry (B.Sc.), Honours Chemical Biology (B.Sc.) or Honours Molecular Biology and Genetics (B.Sc.); or registration in Honours Biophysics (B.Sc.) or Honours Medical and Biological Physics (B.Sc.)
Antirequisite(s): BIOCHEM 3G03
Not open to students with credit or registration in ISCI 2A18 A/B .