By the end of the module students should be able to: - explain the principles of membrane fusion and give an account of the various methods used to study membranes;
- calculate bioenergetic parameters based upon redox values and other types of data;
- describe the properties and functions of electron transfer pathways and their protein and redox components;
- explain the integration of anabolic metabolism with photosynthesis and energy metabolism;
- compare and contrast microbial energy systems with those of eukaryotes;
- recall the metabolic pathways and discuss how they function within the cell;
- explain the concepts of allostery, metabolic flux, and hormonal regulation of metabolism.
In addition, through participation in practical classes, workshops and group work, students should be able to: - follow experimental protocols to investigate enzyme catalysed cleavage of phospholipids, lipid separation and redox reactions;
- record and analyse experimental TLC and redox potential data;
- complete lab reports on the module experiments, evaluate data and draw conclusions;
- analyse data from bioenergetics and membrane studies by tackling problem-based questions.
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