Jessica Childs-Disney - Teaching
Dr. Disney teaches courses in biochemistry as well as senior seminar. If you are a current student, all course information can be found on Angel.
Biochemistry Students: Check out these links!
Protein Data Bank
Biology Animation Lab
Cracking the Genetic Code
Next Generation Scientist Program (Educational Resource)
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Animations
Course Information
BCH 301 Introduction to Biochemistry 3 credits
Structure and function of biological molecules including proteins, carbohydrates, nucleic acids and lipids. Topics include transmission of genetic information from DNA to RNA to protein; recombinant DNA technology, catalysis and enzyme kinetics, ligand binding, signal transduction and membrane transport. Prerequisites: BIO 101, CHM 228 with a minimum grade of C-. Fall
BCH 301L Introduction to Biochemistry Lab 1 credit
One four-hour lab per week. Prerequisite: BCH 301 or concurrent registration in BCH 301. Fall
BCH 302 Cellular Biochemistry 3 credits
The more biological aspects of biochemistry. Topics include bioenergetics, anabolism and catabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and control of metabolism, emphasizing hormones. Prerequisite: BCH 301with a minimum grade of C-. Spring
BCH 302L Cellular Biochemistry Lab 1 credit
One four-hour lab per week. Prerequisites: BCH 301L and BCH302 or concurrent registration in BCH 302. Spring
BCH450 Research in Biochemistry 4 credits
Independent research under the direction of the biochemistry faculty. Research and consultation times to be arranged after approval of department chair. Fall/Spring. Please consult with Dr. Disney if you are interested in taking BCH 450 at least 1 month before registration.
CHM 480-481 Chemistry and Biochemistry Seminar 1 credit each
Student-faculty seminar for majors. Prerequisite: CHM 380 and Senior standing. Fall - Spring