Special Topics in Biochemistry
| Title | Ειδικά κεφάλαια Βιοχημείας / Special Topics in Biochemistry |
| Code | M1Y34 |
| Faculty | Sciences |
| School | Chemistry |
| Cycle / Level | 2nd / Postgraduate |
| Teaching Period | Spring |
| Common | No |
| Status | Active |
| Course ID | 600015676 |
Programme of Study: Synthetic Chemistry, Biochemistry and Applications
Registered students: 8
| Orientation | Attendance Type | Semester | Year | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Anórganes Enṓseis, Yliká kai Efarmogés" | Elective Courses | 2 | 1 | 10 |
| "Organikī Sýnthesī kai Efarmogés" | Elective Courses | 2 | 1 | 10 |
| "Viochīmeía" | Compulsory Course | 2 | 1 | 10 |
| Academic Year | 2024 – 2025 |
| Class Period | Spring |
| Faculty Instructors | |
| Weekly Hours | 3 |
| Class ID | 600266763
|
Mode of Delivery
- Face to face
Digital Course Content
- e-Study Guide https://qa.auth.gr/en/class/1/600266763
Language of Instruction
- Greek (Instruction, Examination)
Learning Outcomes
Understand the structure and function of molecular machines and protein nanomachines, such as myosin, kinesin, dynein, and ATPases.
Evaluate the biofunctionality of surfaces and scaffolds, and their significance in nanomedicine applications.
Explain the biochemical basis of sensory functions (vision, touch, taste, hearing) and the underlying molecular mechanisms.
Describe the transcriptional regulation mechanisms in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, including the role of miRNAs.
Analyze regulatory processes of protein synthesis, as well as the significance of targeting signals and protein transport mechanisms.
Understand the nature, types, and functional implications of post-translational protein modifications.
General Competences
- Apply knowledge in practice
- Retrieve, analyse and synthesise data and information, with the use of necessary technologies
- Work autonomously
- Work in teams
- Generate new research ideas
- Be critical and self-critical
Course Content (Syllabus)
Molecular machines (myosin, kinesin, dynein, ATPases), and protein-based nanomachines.
Biofunctionality of surfaces and scaffolds with applications in nanomedicine.
Biochemical basis of sensory systems (vision, touch, taste, hearing).
Transcriptional regulation mechanisms in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, including miRNAs.
Regulation of protein synthesis, intracellular targeting signals, and mechanisms of protein transport.
Post-translational modifications of proteins.
Keywords
molecular machnines, biofunctionalization
Educational Material Types
- Notes
- Slide presentations
Use of Information and Communication Technologies
Use of ICT
- Use of ICT in Course Teaching
- Use of ICT in Communication with Students
Course Organization
| Activities | Workload | ECTS | Individual | Teamwork | Erasmus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lectures | 18 | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Seminars | 9 | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Total | 27 |
Student Assessment
Student Assessment methods
- Written Exam with Extended Answer Questions (Formative, Summative)
- Performance / Staging (Formative, Summative)
Last Update
07-07-2025
