Courses: Bioinorganic Chemistry (CHEMH351H01)
Spring 2008
Three lectures. This course will explore the inorganic chemistry behind the requirement of biological cells for metals such as zinc, iron, copper, manganese, and molybdenum. The course will focus on principles of coordination chemistry; metal-binding abilities of various functional groups within proteins and nucleic acids; metal-based reactivity involved in reaction mechanisms of specific metalloenzymes; and medically-relevant topics such as bioaccumulation and storage of metal ions, the toxicity of heavy metals, and use of metal-containing drugs in treating disease.
Syllabus: View course syllabus
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Chemistry 221b and 304a.
Fulfills: NA II
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LocationHaverford, Shrp 412 Meeting TimesTTh 8:30-10:00 |