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Johns Hopkins University | AS.030.316

Biochemistry II

3.0

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(3.44)

Biochemical anabolism, nucleic acid structure, molecular basis of transcription, translation and regulation, signal transduction with an emphasis on physical concepts and chemical mechanisms. Format will include lectures and class discussion of readings from the literature.

Spring 2015

Professor: Steven Rokita, Sarah Woodson

(3.44)

The best aspects of the course included the engaging and conceptual y-based lectures as well as the engaging professors. Students noted that the material covered was useful for the new MCAT. Students found the grading expectations to be unclear and confusing, and the exam questions did not effectively indicate a desired answer. The best way to improve this class would be to provide clear grading rubrics for exams and homework assignments, and to provide students with practice tests and answer keys. Prospective students should know that this is a difficult but interesting class that will require lots of independent study, and that notes and articles should be read along with the book.