551-1103-00L Microbial Biochemistry
| Semester | Spring Semester 2021 |
| Lecturers | J. Vorholt-Zambelli, J. Piel |
| Periodicity | yearly recurring course |
| Language of instruction | English |
Courses
| Number | Title | Hours | Lecturers | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 551-1103-00 V | Microbial Biochemistry | 2 hrs |
| J. Vorholt-Zambelli, J. Piel |
Catalogue data
| Abstract | The lecture course aims at providing an advanced understanding of the physiology and metabolism of microorganisms. Emphasis is on processes that are specific to bacteria and archaea and that contribute to the widespread occurrence of prokaryotes. Applied aspects of microbial biochemistry will be pointed out as well as research fields of current scientific interest. |
| Objective | The lecture course aims at providing an advanced understanding of the physiology and metabolism of microorganisms. |
| Content | Important biochemical processes specific to bacteria and archaea will be presented that contribute to the widespread occurrence of prokaryotes. Applied aspects of microbial biochemistry will be pointed out as well as research fields of current scientific interest. Emphasis is on concepts of energy generation and assimilation. List of topics: Microbial Biochemistry and origin of life Methanogenesis and methylotrophy Anaerobic oxidation of methane Microbial autotrophy Complex: (Ligno-)Cellulose and in demand for bioenergy Challenging: Aromatics and hydrocarbons Living on a diet and the anaplerotic provocation 20 amino acids: the making of Extending the genetic code The 21st and 22nd amino acid Some exotic biochemistry: nucleotides, cofactors Ancient biochemistry? Iron-sulfur clusters, polymers Secondary metabolites: playground of evolution |
| Literature | Will be provided during the course. |
Performance assessment
| Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again) | |
Performance assessment as a semester course | |
| ECTS credits | 4 credits |
| Examiners | J. Vorholt-Zambelli, J. Piel |
| Type | session examination |
| Language of examination | English |
| Repetition | The performance assessment is offered every session. Repetition possible without re-enrolling for the course unit. |
| Mode of examination | oral 20 minutes |
| This information can be updated until the beginning of the semester; information on the examination timetable is binding. | |
Learning materials
| Main link | Moodle-Kurs / moodle course |
| Only public learning materials are listed. | |
Groups
| No information on groups available. |
Restrictions
| There are no additional restrictions for the registration. |
