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Nov 27, 2024
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BIOPHYS 3D03 - Origin of Life 3 unit(s)
The roles of replication, metabolism and compartmentalization in the Origins of Life. Prebiotic chemistry. The RNA World and ribozymes. The earliest traces of life in the fossil record. Astrobiology: could life exist on other planets?
Three lectures, one tutorial; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or above of an Honours program in the Faculty of Science
Antirequisite(s): ORIGINS 3D03, PHYSICS 3L03
Not open to students registered in an Origins Research Specialization.
Offered in alternate years.
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