14041 - Biochemistry Lab-based Course (A-K 2)

Learning outcomes

At the end of the Laboratory of Biochemistry module the student acquires methodological and applicative elements useful for integrating the knowledge achieved by attending the Biochemistry course (I.C.).

Course contents

The theoretical-practical biochemistry laboratories are carried out using dedicated computers and software.

-Through interactive graphic representations of the 3D structure of protein macromolecules, the first semester laboratories allow the student to engage in important reasoning to understand the structural organization of proteins and the relationship between structure and function.

-Acquire knowledge of the molecular techniques used for qualitative and quantitative analyzes of DNA, used in the field of clinical diagnostics, forensic medicine and research. This laboratory activity also contributes to students' understanding of the biochemical mechanisms underlying complex processes such as DNA replication and transcription.

- In the second semester the use of interactive software allows students to delve deeper into the molecular reasons for pathological states caused by alterations in cellular biosignaling processes. In conclusion, the laboratory activity of the second semester favors and completes the students' acquisition of knowledge of metabolic biochemistry relevant for the understanding of the molecular mechanisms of pathogenesis and aspects of clinical diagnostics.

Assessment methods

The biochemical laboratory activity of Medicine and Surgery students (Channel A) contributes to achieving the educational objectives of General Biochemistry and Metabolic Biochemistry modules of the Course of Biochemistry (I.C). The students' learning level is then verified through the written test in General Biochemistry and the oral interview in Metabolic Biochemistry that the students must take and pass.

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