BE/ChE 163
Introduction to Biomolecular Engineering
Introduction to Biomolecular Engineering
12 units (3-0-9)
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first term
Prerequisites: Bi 8, Ch/Bi 110 or instructor's permission and CS 1 or equivalent.
The course introduces rational design and evolutionary methods for engineering functional protein and nucleic acid systems. Rational design topics include molecular modeling, positive and negative design paradigms, simulation and optimization of equilibrium and kinetic properties, design of catalysts, sensors, motors, and circuits. Evolutionary design topics include evolutionary mechanisms and tradeoffs, fitness landscapes and directed evolution of proteins. Some assignments require programming (Python is the language of instruction).
Instructors:
Mayo, Pierce