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CHE 440a02 - Nucleic Acids

Department: Chemistry

Description: Study of structure and function of nucleic acids; chemistry, modification and biosynthesis of nucleic acids; dehydration of nucleic acids, nucleotides in cellular energy and signal transduction; nucleic acids in a cell; chromosomes, genomes, and internet resources; nucleic acid interactions; strategies to combat viral agents; and pharmacogenomics and pharmaceutical industry. Students will choose a topic related to nucleic acids on which to prepare a powerpoint presentation and present the topic in class. One semester of biochemistry is recommend prior to enrolling.

Credit Hours: 3

Graduate Level Course: This course is approved for graduate credit

This course has no upcoming offerings. Please contact the department if you have questions about when this will be offered.