PHYSICS 6S03 / Introduction to Molecular Biophysics

3 unit(s)

(cross-listed as BIOCHEM *6S03)

A presentation of recent contributions made to the fields of molecular and cell biology by the use of physical approaches. In particular, the following topics are discussed: physical properties of biomolecules, protein folding, molecular motors, cell motion and cell adhesion. Emphasis on the critical evaluation of current research literature.