The course aims to provide a general framework for understanding the biochemical bases of cell biology and to provide the basis for further studies in Biochemical Methods and Food Science.
The course will introduce students to the knowledge of the structure and function of the main biological molecules: proteins, carbohydrates and lipids. In addition, general energy concepts will be provided: state functions (enthalpy, entropy and free energy), standard status - high energy compounds as well as knowledge of cellular metabolism and its regulation in relation to physiological needs in humans. Experimental laboratory is also provided allowing preparation of different solutions, diluitions and buffers.