Basic Biofunctional Chemistry Seminar
| Numbering Code | G-PHA01 72310 SJ86 | Year/Term | 2022 ・ Irregular, year-round | |
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| Number of Credits | 2 | Course Type | Seminar | |
| Target Year | 1st and 2nd year master's students | Target Student | ||
| Language | Japanese | Day/Period | ||
| Instructor name |
FUTAKI SHIROH (Institute for Chemical Research Professor) IMANISHI MIKI (Institute for Chemical Research Associate Professor) |
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| Outline and Purpose of the Course | This course summarizes and introduces the latest research on the boundary between chemistry and biology, which will be used to discuss related problems and topics. Through these seminars, students will develop their scientific understanding, broaden their horizons in other fields, and develop a strong grounding as scientists. They will also be trained in how to accurately and concisely explain the content and issues in papers, through which they will build their presentation skills. Through presentations and related discussions, students will gain knowledge relating to life sciences, particularly in terms of research on the boundary between chemistry and biology. The course also aims to teach them basic approaches in the interpretation of individual data and logicality, and also aims to help them develop problem-solving skills to move forward with research and deal with various scientific problems. | |||
| Course Goals | Students will gain knowledge related to research in the field of life sciences, with a particular focus on research on the boundary between chemistry and biology. They will also learn basic approaches in the interpretation of individual data and logicality, as well as the necessary skills to carry out research and solve problems. | |||
| Schedule and Contents |
Syllabus We will analyze the results of the following areas of research, with presentations, accompanying discussions, and an examination. Each subject is scheduled to account for 3-6 weeks of classes. 1. The functional design and 3D structures of proteins and nucleic acids 2. Biomacromolecular interactions and the structure of their aggregates 3. Mechanisms and regulation of gene expression 4. Intracellular biomolecular interactions and responses 5. Regulation and control of cellular functions through chemical and biochemical methods 6. Intracellular dynamic molecular interactions and their visualization |
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| Evaluation Methods and Policy | Students will be comprehensively evaluated based on class attendance, their ability to analyze problems, their presentations, and their input in discussions. | |||
| Course Requirements | None | |||
| Study outside of Class (preparation and review) | Students should take the course with a thorough understanding of the master's program research subject and the state and issues of related fields. | |||
| Textbooks | Textbooks/References | Others; printouts will be distributed where appropriate. | ||
| References, etc. | Tanpakushitsu no Kouzou Nyumon (dai ni han), Newton Press. Saibou no Bunshi Seibutsugaku (dai roku han), Newton Press. | |||
