The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

PHYS 8375 Advanced Structure and Function of Biological Molecules

This course intensively delves into the basic principles of mechanics, thermodynamics, and kinetics of biological molecules, with emphasis on the structure-function relationships. Physical principles underlying the formation of the secondary and tertiary structure of proteins, structural dynamics of DNA, and DNA-protein interactions will be reviewed. By the end of the course, students should have a strong foundation in the structure and function of proteins and nucleic acids, as well as confidence in reading and interpreting the primary literature.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

PHYS 5375 or or consent of department.

Schedule Type

Lecture

Grading Basis

Standard Letter (A-F)

Administrative Unit

Dept of Physics and Astronomy

Offered

As scheduled