Series of lectures covering carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, enzymes and biochemical energy. Emphasis given to practical applications and relationship between Chemistry and Biology. Meets first three Saturdays of February, 2000. Lecture and laboratory experiences focused on polymers. Morning lectures by polymer chemists with afternoon labs where polymers are synthesized and studied.
Experiments are suitable for high school science students.
Emphasis is on practical applications and new developments in polymer chemistry. Meets first three Saturdays in April, 2000. Teachers will engage in activities, modeling their implementation in the classroom. This course is taught when the demand warrants.