School Of Biomedical And Health ScienceCell Signalling and Molecular ImmunologyWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 300223.1
Discipline: BIOCHEMISTRY AND CELL BIOLOGY
Student Contribution Band: NP
Level: 3
Credit Points: 10
Assumed Knowledge
Detailed knowledge of protein structure at primary, secondary, tertiary, quaternary level; role of protein domains; knowledge of how protein conformation can be altered by binding of ligands and the consequences for protein function.
Equivalent Units
J3830.1 Immunology and Cell Signalling
Incompatible Units
300229 - Immunology OR 300544 - Cell Signalling OR 300552 - Molecular Biology of the Immune System
Prerequisite
300219 Biochemistry 1
About this Unit
This is an advanced biochemistry unit, focusing on cell signalling and immune systems. It includes a study of signalling molecules, receptors and signalling pathways in cells, including G-proteins, receptor tyrosine kinases, cytokine receptors, and nuclear receptors. The action of selected hormones and growth factors, and the role of cell signalling in cancer are included. Studies of the immune system include antigens, antibodies, B and T cells and their receptors, MHC proteins, cytokines, and generation of an immune response. Throughout this unit emphasis is placed on relevant proteins, their roles and interactions, and on spin-off technologies developed from this knowledge. Laboratory work includes antibody-based analytical techniques and cell culture.
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