Physical Chemistry for the Life Sciences Fall Semester 2009
Professor Peter Qin LJS 251 Tel: : (213) 821-2461 pzq@usc.edu
Download Chime Download Acrobat reader Chem 432 homepage

Course Overview

	Class lecturer: Prof. Peter Qin Office: LJS 251 Phone: (213) 821-2461
	Teaching Assistant: TBA
Biology, despite its apparent complexity, follows the same principles of physical chemistry that govern the non-living world. Knowledge of physical chemistry established in relatively simpler model systems therefore serves as a key foundation for the study and understanding of living processes. This course will present the principles of physical chemistry and their application in the biological sciences. Particular areas that will be covered include thermodynamics, chemical and biochemical equilibrium, redox chemistry, kinetics and spectroscopy. Throughout, illustration will be made of how these principles are applied to fundamental problems in biochemistry.

Syllabus | Overview | Assignments  |  Grades / Exams | Resources | Schedule | Bulletin board