Introduction to Biochemistry
Objectives
Provide the basis for an adequate compreeensão of physical, chemical and biological processes in biochemistry.
General characterization
Code
10693
Credits
6.0
Responsible teacher
Jorge Manuel Pinto Lampreia Pereira, Maria Cristina Oliveira Costa
Hours
Weekly - 4
Total - 52
Teaching language
Português
Prerequisites
There are no previous requirements.
Bibliography
Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry
David L. Nelson, Michael M. Cox
W. H. Freeman; 5th edition edition (2008)
Teaching method
Lectures and problem-solving sessions, supported by data show projection of figures/plots/text included either in the documentation supplied directly by the teacher or in the recommended bibliography.
Evaluation method
Please contact the professor responsible for this course, Cristina Costa (mcoc@fct.unl.pt)
Subject matter
1. Foundations of Biochemistry.
Biomolecules and macromolecules. The role of chemical elements in life processes. Fundamentals of physics for life sciences. Fundamentals of genetics. Origin of life and evolution.
2. Water
Molecular interactions in aqueous systems. Ionization, acids aand bases, pH and buffers. Solubility- Water as a chemical reagent.
3. Macromolecules
Amino acids, peptides and proteins. Enzymes. Carbohydrates and Glycoconjugates. Nucleotides and Nucleic Acids. Lipids.