Research for M.S. Candidates. Students register for the above courses while engaged in their M.S. thesis research project. Analysis of methods used to study the mechanism of enzyme action and inhibition, the relationship of the structure of these proteins to their catalytic activity, and the biotechnological application of enzymes. Biochemistry of Cancer. Examination of the etiology and underlying biochemical mechanisms of cancer.
Emphasis is on individual study.
Current topics in molecular biology, including methodology are discussed using original research papers. The objective is to critically evaluate the literature and to design experiments in molecular genetics. A general background in molecular genetics, including a knowledge of biochemistry and the properties of nucleic acids is required. Special Topics in Biochemistry. Current, important research topics in biochemistry discussed.