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CHEM 327 Biochemistry Laboratory

This lab course exposes students to modern techniques in biochemistry. The course is part of a year-long biochemistry series that broadly cover the study of chemical processes in living organisms. Biochemical techniques covered include bench chemistry techniques, chromatography techniques, polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis, protein purification and characterization, protein assay techniques, and spectrophotometry. Students also carry out semester-end research project in which they apply the techniques they learned in the first part of the semester.

Special information

First day attendance is mandatory.
2 Undergraduate credits

Effective January 12, 2015 to present

Learning outcomes

General

  • Be able to describe how anabolic and catabolic processes are coupled to energetics from ATP hydrolysis
  • Develop improved hands-on skills relevant to work in a biochemical lab setting
  • Collect and analyze data measured during biochemical processes, such as enzyme kinetics and protein purification
  • Compose high-quality lab reports that address relevant background, procedures, and conclusions of biochemical lab techniques
  • Develop explanations for unexpected lab results and propose solutions for improvement

Spring 2025

Section Title Instructor books eservices
01 Biochemistry Laboratory Mensinger, Zack Books for CHEM-327-01 Spring 2025 Course details for CHEM-327-01 Spring 2025

Fall 2025

Section Title Instructor books eservices
01 Biochemistry Laboratory Mensinger, Zack Books for CHEM-327-01 Fall 2025 Course details for CHEM-327-01 Fall 2025